Boeing Delivers Last 747

The last "Queen of the Skies" jumbo jet was delivered Tuesday, officially ending a 54-year production run for the aerospace giant.

Meg Godlewski

Tuesday, January 31, 2023 at 07:21 PM ET

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On December 6, 2022, the final "Queen of the Skies" ever to be built rolled out of the Boeing Everett factory, ending its historic 54-year production run. [Courtesy: Boeing]

Key Takeaways:

Production of the iconic Boeing 747, the "Queen of the Skies," has officially ended with the delivery of the 1,574th and final aircraft to Atlas Air.
A grand "celebrity send-off" event was held at Boeing's Everett factory, celebrating the jumbo jet's profound legacy in revolutionizing air travel.
The 747 is celebrated for its versatility, having served as a passenger carrier, cargo freighter, space shuttle transport, and VIP aircraft.
While production concludes, Boeing will continue supporting the 747 fleet, with the 777-8F slated as its future, more fuel-efficient successor.

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The last Boeing 747, the “Queen of the Skies,” has left the building. The line ends on number 1,574.

The iconic jumbo jet was given a celebrity send off Tuesday, with the kind of fanfare worthy of a Hollywood awards show. The final delivery event featured guest speakers, live music, and videos honoring the legacy of Boeing (NYSE: BA) and the closing of a chapter of the aerospace giant’s legacy.