The Boeing 747 has long been a symbol not only of long-haul, comfortable passenger trips but also a crucial part of global air freight. The majestic "Queen of the Skies" redefined cargo transport with ...

Boeing's Aldo Basile (left) and Larry Loftis flank Air France's Pierre Vellay as he cuts the ribbon and takes delivery of the first Boeing 777F in 2009. Credit: Boeing With assembly of the first ...