Gallery: The Boeing 747’s Exit From European Fleets

James Pozzi October 16, 2021

Corsair's 747 Fleet: An Immediate COVID-19 Aircraft Casualty

Credit: Olivier Cabaret

At the height of the COVID-19 crisis, French leisure carrier Corsair International retired its remaining Boeing 747 fleet one year ahead of schedule.
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The iconic jumbo jet has been retired at greater speed over the past 18 months as cost-conscious airlines look to both downsize and renew their fleets.

James Pozzi

As Aviation Week's MRO Editor EMEA, James Pozzi covers the latest industry news from the European region and beyond. He also writes in-depth features on the commercial aftermarket for Inside MRO.

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andreoj
Fri, 10/29/2021 - 13:03
This should be no surprise to anyone. Today's safety couscous flyers just short of a panic attack the idea of boarding an airplane of this size. Having to go in harms way sitting with a great number of people makes no sense. One year early parking the 747 was a necessary move due to the C-19 pandemic. Smaller airplanes less operational cost due to smaller passenger loads.