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Boeing 747-200

Boeing · B742

Second-generation 747 with improved range. Most have been retired from cargo service.

A RECAT B jet with 4 engines. Cruises around 491 kts. Approaches at 150 kts. Requires about 19.4k ft of field length for takeoff.

4x JetHeavyRECAT BFL450 ceilingILS capable

Performance

ParameterValue
Engines4 x Jet
Weight classHeavy (H)
RECAT-EU categoryB (Upper heavy)
Service ceiling45,000 ft (FL450)
Max climb rate1,500 fpm
Max descent rate3,000 fpm

Speed envelope

ParameterValue
Minimum speed135 kts
Landing speed150 kts
Cruise speed491 kts
Maximum speed530 kts

Runway requirements

Field lengths used in the simulation for takeoff/landing calculations.

ParameterValue
Takeoff field length19,443 ft (3.20 nm)
Landing field length24,304 ft (4.00 nm)

Equipment

CapabilityStatus
ILS approachesYes
Fix navigationYes
SRS category3
LAHSO category10

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