It’s not unusual for pilots to wave their wings after takeoff on special occasions, but a Boeing 747-8 freighter on a delivery flight from Paine Field recently took the maneuver to a new level when it performed the wave just after the wheels left the pavement. Footage of the event shows the 747’s left wing dipping down to just a few feet off the ground before the airplane rolls to the right to complete the goodbye.
Video: Wild Boeing 747-8 Takeoff
Key Takeaways:
- A Boeing 747-8 freighter performed an exceptionally low "wing wave" shortly after takeoff from Paine Field.
- The maneuver involved the aircraft's left wing dipping to within a few feet of the ground.
- Online reactions to the video of the event were mixed, with some questioning its safety and others celebrating the display.
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