When the Boeing 747 first flew commercially in 1970, it ushered in a new era of affordable air travel. Often referred to by the nickname "Jumbo Jet," the 747 wa

A revealing, behind-the-scenes look at the development of the biggest commercial aircraft ever built. With 200 colour photos, this book takes readers through th

For better readers, this is a history and profile of the Boeing 747 jumbo jet airplane.

"Discover the fascinating stories behind humankind's conquest of the skies, from dreamers and inventors to modern-day astronauts. Take a sky-high journey throug