There’s something very elegant about an airplane painted in simple white. And when that airplane just happens to be the first 747-8 Intercontinental scheduled for delivery, it’s even more beautiful.
The Intercontinental being readied for delivery conducted its first flight from Paine Field this week. Ed Turner photo.
Earlier this week, the airplane reached another milestone by completing its first production flight (B-1 Flight) from Paine Field in Everett. During the flight, the pilots checked the Intercontinental’s systems to make sure the airplane is ready for delivery.
I’m told the airplane performed very well and will now undergo more tests and a customer flight before delivery to a VIP customer. We look forward to announcing a delivery date soon. Congratulations to the entire 747 team for another exciting moment in program history.
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