In the skies over Everett Thursday, RC503 (N5573S), Boeing’s fourth 747-8F flight test aircraft – and technically the second production aircraft – made its first flight. The aircraft, which is painted in Cargolux’s new colors, departed Everett and headed east for a stop in Moses Lake before returning to Paine Field at dusk. The aircraft is expected to head to Arizona for HIRF testing in the days to come.Photo Credit Liz Matzelle
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