Boeing aircraft identification

Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental quiz

Learn the visual clues that identify the Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental, then test yourself using different viewing angles and liveries.

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Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental side-profile identification reference

How to identify the Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental

The final passenger development of the 747 combines a stretched fuselage, a longer upper deck and raked wingtips.

The Quiz catalogue includes 3 Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental livery references, including Air China, Korean Air, Lufthansa.

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First impression

The final passenger development of the 747 combines a stretched fuselage, a longer upper deck and raked wingtips.

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Nose

Slightly pointed nose with a distinctive chin contour below the cockpit windows.

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Winglets

Raked wingtips on the 767/777/787 family; split scimitar winglets on 737 NG and MAX.

Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental specifications

Use proportions and configuration as supporting clues; exact weights, range and cabin layouts vary by operator.

Length
76.3 m
Wingspan
68.4 m
Max take-off weight
447.7 t
Range
14,320 km
Capacity
Up to 467 passengers
Source: Boeing commercial-aircraft technical specifications ↗

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Picture the aircraft without its paint scheme. Name three physical clues before opening the answer.

Reveal the Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental clues
  • First impression: The final passenger development of the 747 combines a stretched fuselage, a longer upper deck and raked wingtips.
  • Nose: Slightly pointed nose with a distinctive chin contour below the cockpit windows.
  • Winglets: Raked wingtips on the 767/777/787 family; split scimitar winglets on 737 NG and MAX.
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