Two Big Steps Forward for 747-8
Boeing remains on track for the final body join of the first stretched 747 next month by completing the wing stub join as well as assembly of the forward fuselage of the initial 747-8 Freighter, RC501. When the raked wingtips are added, the wingspan will be 224 ft. 7 in., compared to the 747-400’s...
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