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Boeing 747-200 of Virgin Atlantic 'Maiden Voyager' about to touch down at London Heathrow. GAV 2018-59
After the initial 747-100 model, Boeing developed the −100B, a higher maximum takeoff weight (MTOW) variant, and the −100SR (Short Range), with higher passenger capacity. Increased maximum takeoff weight allows aircraft to carry more fuel and have longer range. The −200 model followed in 1971, featuring more powerful engines and a higher MTOW. Passenger, freighter and combination passenger-freighter versions of the −200 were produced. The shortened 747SP (special performance) with a longer range was also developed, and entered service in 1976.
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Location: London Heathrow, England. United Kingdom.
Photo credit: © David Gowans / Alamy / Afripics
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