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The End of an Era: On Board United's Last Domestic 747 Flight
Many years ago the Jumbo Jet dominated major airports across the US, and seeing domestic flights operated by the 747 was the norm... But today, United and Delta are the last US carriers to operate the 747 on commercial routes. Both are set to retire the iconic American-made jetliner by the end of this year. (www.youtube.com) Más...Sort type: [Top] [Newest]
I still marvel as I recall standing on the LIRR platform at Valley Stream watching a string of '47s on approach to JFK, and wondering how anything so huge could stay in the air at that speed. They were as magic.
If one has ever had a love affair with and aircraft, which most aviators do, mine would be the B-747. There is an awesome romance that one feels. Not only looking at her beauty on the ground but feeling her strength and power in the air. She will be an icon in aviation history.
A great airplane that had the "look". However, time moves on... she had a great run, that's for sure.
One of my favorite flights...DFW-NRT aboard a 747SP...
Any 747SPs still in service?
God save the "Queen"! She will always have an overwhelming presence wherever she lands. She will continue to keep her legacy alive with the new 747-8 Air Force One. BORN IN THE USA.