Boeing 747-400 (B744)
The iconic four-engine, double-deck 'Queen of the Skies': today it flies mostly as a freighter, but stays unmistakable.
747-400 in the air right now
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Specifications
- Manufacturer
- Boeing
- ICAO type code
- B744
- Category
- Wide-body airliner
- Engines
- 4 turbofan
- First flight
- 1988
- Typical seating
- 416–524
About the Boeing 747-400
The iconic four-engine, double-deck 'Queen of the Skies': today it flies mostly as a freighter, but stays unmistakable.
Frequently asked questions
How many Boeing 747-400 are flying right now? +
The live count at the top of this page filters the FlyItalyADSB feed by the ICAO type code B744, so it shows how many 747-400 are currently within the network's coverage. It changes minute by minute.
What is the B744 code? +
B744 is the ICAO type designator of the Boeing 747-400 — the code that identifies the model in the ADS-B and Mode-S messages received by the network.
How many engines and seats does the Boeing 747-400 have? +
The Boeing 747-400 is powered by 4 turbofan and typically carries 416–524 passengers. It first flew in 1988.
Is the flight data free and open? +
Yes. FlyItalyADSB is a non-profit project and the data is published under the open CC BY-SA 4.0 licence.