An era is about to end for the US aircraft manufacturer Boeing, as the last B747-8 has left a factory building. It is a cargo aircraft destined for Atlas Air. After more than 50 years, the production of the "jumbo jets" ends.

The Boeing 747 was first manufactured in 1967. Since then, the pattern has continued to evolve. In its 54-year history, 1.574 units of various designs were manufactured. The latest variant, B747-8, no longer proved to be a bestseller. It has not been manufactured as a passenger aircraft for several years. Now the last freighter, which is scheduled to be delivered to Atlas Air in early 2023, is also nearing completion.

“For more than half a century, tens of thousands of dedicated Boeing employees have designed and built this amazing aircraft that truly changed the world. We're proud that this aircraft will continue to fly around the world for many years to come," said Kim Smith, Boeing vice president and general manager, 747 and 767 programs.