Tupolev Tu-404: The Enormous Blended Wing Jetliner That Never Was

The Russian-made Tupolev Tu-404 is the largest passenger aircraft ever designed, yet many people have never heard of the plane. Its eye-catching design is reminiscent of some modern-day military aircraft and prototype passenger aircraft (like JetZeros Pathfinder), evoking thoughts of sci-fi films about future societies. The behemoth airplane was never put into service, but it remains a fascinating aircraft offering valuable insight.