The Boeing 747-400 is the best-selling variant in the 747 program’s history, attracting almost 700 orders (passenger and freighter) over its production run. The aircraft integrated many advanced features for its day – most notably a full glass cockpit – along with significant enhancements in range, performance and fuel efficiency. As such, it became the premier long-haul aircraft of its era and was the largest commercial aircraft in history until the arrival of the Airbus A380.
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Lufthansa’s 787 Business Class Seat Saga Slowly Drags On
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- February 5, 2026
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In past reporting we’ve discussed how Lufthansa’s new Boeing 787s, fitted with the new Allegris cabins, are unable to legally seat passengers in certain business class seats due to delays in being officially certified by the FAA.Rather than let the aircraft sit on the ground waiting for approval, the German carrier opted to have the seats installed and have the aircraft enter service. While awaiting approval, those specific uncertified business class seats would be blocked off.