Boeing 747-8i
Boeing · B748
Latest and last 747 variant. Production ended in 2023. Lufthansa flies the passenger version while UPS and Atlas run freighters.
A four-engine jet in the heavy category that cruises at Mach 0.85. Approaches at 145 kts. Requires about 20.4k 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 | 2,500 fpm |
| Max descent rate | 3,000 fpm |
Speed envelope
Speeds are approximate true airspeed (TAS). At cruise altitude, the Mach number is the governing limit where shown.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Minimum speed | 130 kts |
| Landing speed | 145 kts |
| Cruise speed | M0.85 (~495 kts TAS) |
| Maximum speed | M0.92 (~533 kts TAS) |
Runway requirements
Field lengths used in the simulation for takeoff/landing calculations.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Takeoff field length | 20,367 ft / 3.35 nm / 6,208 m |
| Landing field length | 12,589 ft / 2.07 nm / 3,837 m |
Equipment
| Capability | Status |
|---|---|
| ILS approaches | Yes |
| Fix navigation | Yes |
| SRS category | 3 |
| LAHSO category | 10 |
Where you'll see it
The Boeing 747-8i flies with Lufthansa and Korean Air. You'll encounter it regularly in Frankfurt, Seoul airspace.