Boeing 747-100
Boeing · B741
The original jumbo jet that made international travel affordable. Pan Am launched 747 service in 1970.
A heavy four-engine jet that cruises around 491 kts. Approaches at 150 kts. Requires about 19.4k ft of field length for takeoff.
4x JetHeavyRECAT BFL450 ceilingILS capable
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Engines | 4 x Jet |
| Weight class | Heavy (H) |
| RECAT-EU category | B (Upper heavy) |
| Service ceiling | 45,000 ft (FL450) |
| Max climb rate | 1,500 fpm |
| Max descent rate | 3,000 fpm |
Speed envelope
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Minimum speed | 135 kts |
| Landing speed | 150 kts |
| Cruise speed | 491 kts |
| Maximum speed | 530 kts |
Runway requirements
Field lengths used in the simulation for takeoff/landing calculations.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Takeoff field length | 19,443 ft (3.20 nm) |
| Landing field length | 24,304 ft (4.00 nm) |
Equipment
| Capability | Status |
|---|---|
| ILS approaches | Yes |
| Fix navigation | Yes |
| SRS category | 3 |
| LAHSO category | 10 |