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HZ-HM1C new registration for Saudi Arabian
Saudi Arabian arrived at SNN using a 747SP on January 16 2013, this time wearing a new registration: HZ-HM1C.
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VP-BAT to be replaced ?
A photo from the Boeing field of a B747-800 raises the concern if VP-BAT is to be replaced soon. As reported by PaineAirport.com this beautiful B747-800 recently flew at the Paine field. As you can see the colours, especially the tail is similar to that of VP-BAT. If you have any...
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Iran Air winter schedule
Iran Air has made few adjustments for its East Asia operation since the launch of Winter schedule from 28OCT12, which includes the following: Tehran – Beijing 28OCT12 – 31DEC12 1 weekly service suspended 01JAN13 – 30MAR13 Service to be resumed with 2 weekly flights, howev...
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Maintenance Mode
We have been hit hard by hackers and spammers for many years now, and our efforts have not been enough. We simply had to take her in for a major D-check. That's why we now make a total re-write of the site.
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Pratt & Whitney PW1200G First Flight
The Pratt & Whitney PurePower® PW1200G engine successfully completed its first flight on April 30, launching the engine family’s flight test program.
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747SP Articles
South African Airways
South African Airways was one of the biggest proponents of the 747SP. The SAA legacy actually began ...read more
Story of the B747SP
When the 747 entered revenue service in early 1970, the people at Boeing had a big hit on the...read more
747SP Flight Covers
Over the years, many significant events have been celebrated with the issuance of special commemorat...read more
A 747SP Love Affair
A retired Pan Am skipper retells his brief, but very personal experience at the helm of an 747SPread more
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Clipper Plymouth Rock
Did N538PA B747SP Pan Am ever wear the name "Clipper Plymouth Rock" ?read more
Scrap date 21932
We need your input on the last lifespan of airframe 21932. read more