Boeing released this photo yesterday (taken July 15) of the first three sets of wings for the 747-8F test program. All of these aircraft will support certification for the new variant. Shown (bottom to top) are the 1420th, 1421st and 1422nd 747s built. Following the flight test program and refurbishment, these 747s will eventually be delivered to Cargolux (1420) and Nippon Cargo Airlines (1421 & 1422).
Photo Credit Boeing
Photo Credit Boeing
on July 17, 2009 5:56 PM | Reply
I fear that the 747-8F will rotate first instead the 787! I wish a very long life to that flying marvel!
on July 17, 2009 6:37 PM | Reply
I get it!
The front wings move up and back on top of the center wing section, then the assembly moves up and back on top of the far wings, resulting in a giant, 12-engine triplane. Great way to solve the parking box problem, Boeing! That's a Big Fokker, though.
on July 19, 2009 10:51 AM | Reply
First flight of the Dreamliner will follow directly
after the 747-8F is ready to carry it's cargo:
http://leehamnews.files.wordpress.com/2009/07/787ff.jpg
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