Boeing launches 747-8 on freighter orders

Boeing yesterday announced the launch of the 747-8 program, formerly designated the 747 Advanced, on the basis of 18 firm orders from Cargolux and Nippon Cargo Airlines. The aircraft, which represents the first major upgrade to the 747 platform since the 747-400 rolled out in December 1998, and the...

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