Why did Qantas retire the 747?
Qantas retired its final Boeing 747 aircraft on Wednesday after the coronavirus pandemic rendered the aircraft and its long-range capabilities useless and accelerated its departure from Qantas by months.
Where are Qantas 747s going?
With the worldwide travel downturn hitting Qantas hard last year, the airline brought forward its previously announced retirement dates for their remaining 747-400s. Over the first half of 2020, the final jumbos began flying out of Sydney, heading to storage in California.
How many 747s does Qantas have?
Fleet Matrix
| Aircraft Type | Current | Avg. Age |
|---|---|---|
| In Service | ||
| Boeing 737-800 | 69 | 14.1 Years |
| Boeing 747 | ||
| Boeing 747-100 |
How many Qantas 747 are left?
There are only 30 747 passenger jets left in service globally and 132 in storage, according to aviation data provider Cirium, with freighters accounting for 93% of the type still flying. Joyce said Qantas had sold five of its 747s to General Electric Co GE.
Is 747 still being used?
There Are Only 7 Remaining 747 Passenger Operators Remaining. After more than 50 years, Boeing announced in July 2021 that it will bring an end to the production of the iconic 747 line in 2022.
Does Qantas still use 747?
Australia’s Qantas Airways has retired its last Boeing 747 with a flourish. With six pilots and no passengers aboard for the final flight from Sydney, QF7474’s flight path sketched out a giant Qantas kangaroo logo off the east coast of Australia.
Is there a new 747?
“The new B777X-9 is the world’s most fuel-efficient long-haul aircraft and will bring many benefits to British Airways’ fleet. It’s the ideal replacement for the Boeing 747 and its size and range will be an excellent fit for the airline’s existing network.
How long does a 747 last?
about 30 years
On average, an aircraft is operable for about 30 years before it has to be retired. A Boeing 747 can endure about 35,000 pressurization cycles and flights—roughly 135,000 to 165,000 flight hours—before metal fatigue sets in. 747s are retired after approximately 27 years of service.
Are there any 747SP Still Flying?
Current operators As of April 2022, there were just four Boeing 747SPs still in active service with 17 more stored and one preserved. The remaining 23 were either scrapped, otherwise destroyed or abandoned. In 2016, the last 747SP in commercial service was withdrawn from service after 40 years by Iran Air.