IATA 74JICAO B74D

Boeing 747-400D

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High-density domestic jumbo built for Japanese carriers.

First flight

1991

Category

Wide-body jet

Seating

568 (high-density) / typically around 500

Range

~3,300 km

Engines

Four high-bypass turbofans (CF6-80C2, PW4056, or RB211-524G/H options)

Status

Retired

The Boeing 747-400D is a domestic variant of the 747-400 family, specifically optimized for short-haul, high-frequency routes within Japan. The 'D' designation stands for 'Domestic,' reflecting its purpose-built configuration for carriers operating dense routes between Japanese cities. Unlike the standard 747-400, the -400D omits the winglets and has a reduced fuel capacity, as long-range ferry capability is unnecessary for its intended operations. In return, it was configured with higher-density seating, sometimes accommodating over 500 passengers in an all-economy arrangement. The aircraft served primarily with Japan Air Lines (JAL) and All Nippon Airways (ANA) on trunk routes such as Tokyo–Sapporo and Tokyo–Osaka. As passenger demand on these routes shifted and more fuel-efficient aircraft became available, both carriers retired their 747-400D fleets, with the type largely withdrawn from service by the early 2010s.

Notable operators

Japan Air Lines (JAL) and All Nippon Airways (ANA) were the primary and exclusive operators of the 747-400D.

Notable facts

›The 747-400D lacks the distinctive winglets found on standard 747-400 variants.
›It was designed exclusively for short-haul domestic Japanese routes.
›Could seat over 560 passengers in a high-density, all-economy configuration.
›Reduced fuel tank capacity compared to the standard long-range 747-400.
›Both JAL and ANA retired their fleets by the early 2010s in favor of more fuel-efficient aircraft.

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The Boeing 747-400 is a large, long-range wide-body airliner produced by Boeing Commercial Airplanes, as an advanced version of the original Boeing 747. The model, first introduced as the Advanced Series 300, was announced at the September 1984 Farnborough Airshow, targeting a 10% cost reduction with more efficient engines and 1,000 nautical miles [nmi] range increase. Northwest Airlines became the launch customer with an order for ten aircraft on October 22, 1985. The first 747-400 was rolled out on January 26, 1988, made its maiden flight on April 29, 1988, received type certification on January 9, 1989, and entered service with Northwest a month later on February 9, 1989.

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