SEOUL- Asiana Airlines (OZ) marked the end of an era as it operated its final flight of the iconic Boeing 747, known as the ‘Queen of the Skies,’ with a poignant landing at Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) in South Korea.
The last flight of the Boeing 747-400 drew a crowd of passengers eager to experience the historic journey and bid farewell to the beloved aircraft.
Asiana Retires Last 747
The flight, registered as HL7428, departed from Seoul on March 25, 2024, at 10:15 local time and touched down at Taipei Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) at 11:30, receiving a ceremonial water salute.
Shortly after 13:30, the Asiana Airlines’ ‘Queen of the Skies’ embarked on its final flight, touching down at ICN again one hour and 52 minutes later at 16:35.
On social media, a wave of sorrowful messages flooded in response to the Boeing 747-400 retirement, alongside numerous expressions of gratitude for its years of dedicated service.
HL7428 became a part of the South Korean airline’s fleet in 1999, marking Asiana Airlines’ third addition to the 747 model.
Goodbye to Queen of Skies
“Asiana wrote on its Instagram page in February 2024, “The last B747-400 passenger plane in Korea. Queen of the Sky Boeing 747 started its first operation in 1999. Getting ready to say goodbye after a long flight.”
To commemorate the event, Asiana Airlines offered passengers a 30% discount on tickets for Boeing 747-400 flights throughout March 2024.
Presently, Lufthansa boasts the largest fleet of Boeing 747-400s, with eight aircraft still proudly bearing the ‘Queen of the Sky’ insignia.
Additionally, other airlines, such as Atlas Air, Air Atlanta Europe, and Air China, continue to operate the Boeing 747-400.
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