NEW Boeing 747 Is Now Making A MASSIVE Comeback! Here's Why

The Boeing 747 AKA The Queen of the Skies could be set for a return to where it belongs.

This fan-favourite aircraft hasn't exactly been favoured by carriers for over half a decade now but all of that is on course to change. This is because the Boeing 747, which was famed for revolutionizing the aviation industry, could be about to undergo some vital enhancements. And these enhancements are gearing the aircraft up for what would be a massive comeback after years without a single passenger program.

[caribbeanaviator]

I am currently a B747-400 captain for a freightet company. They don't call it "The Queen" for nothing

[hiroshitakama]

I love 747. I feel so safe with 4 engines at middle of Pacific Ocean!

[edlangley]

The Queen has kept me busy. I first started in the mid nineties and I retire in 2025, I see 4 of these amazing machines every week at my place of work and feel very privileged when I sign the airworthiness release. I started on the four engine Shackleton in the seventies and, God willing, I will sign out my last aircraft, a four engine 748F in 2024.

[sheriffduncan]

B747! The most beautiful, elegant, majestic and charismatic airliner ever built!! ❤

[richardpaulholdengarde]

I was a Senior Captain on the 747/200/300 Aircraft for over 19 yes and can say without doubt it was the Safest Aircraft ever Built, especially with all these Computer Aircraft, which very Unfortunately are getting the Pilots to loose the Skill's they had.
I also Flew Airbus 340 series and after 4yrs had problems that Factories couldn't fix, so I remember so well these problems and chucked it in and went back to 747 until my Retirement at 65 yard of age

[rolandoleiva]

It would be great to see the 747 back in operation with improved technologies and capabilities!

[davidsuttles]

I just got offered a position with Kalitta Air flying the 747…can’t wait to start training! ✈️

[Seasherm]

I watched my first 747 flight at Boeing field in 1968 or 69. They were doing test flying. The freeway stopped to watch. Literally. It looked like the whole field was taking off. To be still flying essentially the same aircraft 55 years later is a remarkable achievement.

[hunterphan]

IMHO, the B747 is the most beautiful and elegant passenger airplane to date.

[corjp]

To me as a person who worked in airfreight for 43 years I say keep the 747 coming as is the best type of freighter ever, apart from the AN/225 payload wise..but that is a different story.

[larrybaker]

I was in the Air Force in Alaska 1968-71, my wife and I got to see the very 1st 747 land at the Anchorage airport 1969 on its way to Japan, BEAUTIFUL aircraft!

[Agislife]

Economics might not agree, but I love 4 engine aircraft

[geraldfornadel]

Being a retired military person, I flew on the 747 many times. Love the plane. Enjoyed its comfort and its looks. Hopefully, with tech improvements and upgrades it can find its place again. Engine tech is constantly improving. Cargo use is good, but I would like to see carriers keep using it for passenger travel.

[davidlj]

Flew on a brand new 747 back in 73, Chicago to Anchorage, best flight ever!

[ldd]

I AGREE, THE MOST ELEGANT, ENJOYABLE PLANE I HAVE EVER FLOWN ON - MAY SHE LIVE ON FOREVER!

[AllenTaylor-lubu]

The 747 was the most comfortable aeroplane I have ever flown on. From its wide seats, pleasant temperature and smooth flight it was my 1st choice aeroplane and I managed to book one of the last British Airways flight to the USA.

[jhardman]

As one who has been a passenger on the 747 over the years, it has always been my preference for comfort and status to fly on this plane. Im retired now bit I envy those passengers now who can enjoy the luxury of this airplane. BOEING and the airlines who used this aircraft always had the best passenger aircraft ever designed and used.

[rezzer]

I always liked the 747. It's safe its cool has 4 huge jet engines and rides smooth.

[drnick]

It is a solid airframe. If can be upgraded with new engines and avionics at a good price it might be a cost effective option for many airlines.

[larryfisher]

Highlight of my travel history was a business class BA 747 round trip from London to Cape Town.