Why Boeing stopped making the 747 jumbo jet
Publishing timestamp: 2023-01-07 14:00:01
Summary
Boeing's 747 jumbo jet has flown more than 3.5 billion passengers since its first commercial flight in 1970, making air travel more affordable for millions of people. Airlines have pushed aircraft manufacturers for more fuel-efficient planes, leading to the production of two-engine jets. CNBC visited Boeing's Everett, Washington, factory to see the last 747 roll off the production line. The video looks back at how the 747 changed air travel and what's next for Boeing.
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Source: https://www.cnbc.com/2023/01/07/why-boeing-stopped-making-the-747-jumbo-jet.html