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BOEING 747-8
GlobeTrotting at Dj's Aviation: A380 RIVAL - Boeing's 747-8 Launch
BOEING 747-8
GlobeTrotting at Dj's Aviation: A380 RIVAL - Boeing's 747-8 Launch
Original article: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=amoEVNqUVE8
Peter Burgess COMMENTARY
Peter Burgess
GlobeTrotting at Dj's Aviation
Feb 24, 2024
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The Boeing 747-8 was launched in an era where manufacturers believed there was room for another quad-engined aircraft, and the 747-8 was an essential plane Boeing believed to fend off interest for Airbus' A380, which was launched with a view to compete with the existing 747 models and counter any future traction.
However, both aircraft would experience an underwhelming production and order time in the market once launched. This is the Boeing 747-8, which was promised as the new era for the queen but ended up being the last iteration.
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