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How Qantas Used The Boeing 747SP To Conquer Wellington's Notoriously Short Runway
Well out of the spotlight, the 747SP earned its 'special performance' name at Qantas. Even Wellington's short runway was no match for it.
7 Aircraft That Were Retired Earlier Than Expected
Some aircraft have a long-lasting legacy, but others are not so fortunate. Here are seven aircraft that exited earlier than many imagined.
Why The Boeing 747's Upper Deck Hump Will Be Nearly Impossible To Replicate In A Modern Jet
The 747’s hump became iconic because it solved old problems that modern jets no longer have.
The Baby Queen: Why Did Boeing Build The 747SP?
A closer look at what made this aircraft special, and why it failed.
You Can Buy This Ultra-Rare VIP Boeing 747SP Right Now
This 46-year-old Boeing 747SP now has a VIP configuration and can carry 60 passengers.
How Many Boeing 747SPs Were Built?
A rare jumbo jet with a production run closer to Concorde than other Boeing widebodies. What made the 747SP so unique?
Why Did Boeing Build The 747SP With Such A Short Fuselage?
A rare moment in aviation history: Boeing's daring move to shrink the 747.
Where Are The World's 3 Only Remaining Active Boeing 747SPs?
This special performance variant, a shortened version of the popular Boeing 747, was designed specifically for long-haul airlines.
Inside Pan Am's 1986 Boeing 747SP Cabin
Pan Am's Boeing 747SP featured luxurious cabins and dining, reinforcing its legacy.
What's The History Behind The World's Longest Scheduled Flights?
From the early flying boats to modern ultra-long-range twinjets, the mantle of ‘world’s longest scheduled flight’ has been held by several carriers.
History: Remembering Pan Am's Close Relationship With The Boeing 747
The Boeing 747 was key to Pan Am's global success in the 1970s and 80s.
49 Years Of Flight: Who Flies The Boeing 747SP Today?
There are just three of the short-fuselage 747s still in service in 2024.
Here's What Sets The Boeing 747SP Apart From Other Jumbo Jet Variants
The 747SP was the longest-range airliner available until it was superseded by the 747-400
The Short-Fuselage Boeing 747SP: Everything You Need To Know
Although not a big commercial success, over the years the Boeing 747SP has won the hearts and minds of travelers and aviation enthusiasts alike.
China Airlines Flight 6: The 747 That Recovered A 30,000-Foot Dive
The aircraft plunged an unbelievable distance in less than two minutes, causing significant damage to its horizontal stabilizer.