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G-VBIG

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This aircraft is a
Boeing 747
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Performance specs

Performance
Range
7,260 nm
Cruise speed
492 kt
Max speed
507 kt
Service ceiling
45,000 ft
Takeoff distance
3352 m
Landing distance
2072 m
Weights
MTOW
396,900 kg
Empty weight
—
Fuel capacity
216,800 L
Dimensions
Length
70.7 m
Wingspan
64.4 m
Height
19.4 m
Capacity
Seats
450
Max passengers
450
How common is this aircraft?
797Boeing 747 registered worldwide

Common. More common than 95% of the aircraft models we track.

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Registration history

(1)
  • G-VBIGGBACTIVE
    Virgin Atlantic Airways
    1996 – present

Owner names are published by the issuing civil registry (FAA / CCARCS / CASA / ANAC / NZ CAA). Owner addresses present in the source are not republished here. Registered owner? Request removal

G-VBIG — frequently asked
What aircraft model is G-VBIG?

G-VBIG is a Boeing 747. Sprinkle's record for G-VBIG covers its lineage, ownership history and specifications.

Is G-VBIG currently active?

Registry records list G-VBIG's status as Active, registered in United Kingdom — a Boeing 747.

What is the manufacturer serial number (MSN) of G-VBIG?

G-VBIG carries manufacturer serial number (MSN) 26255, the serial assigned to this Boeing 747 airframe when it was built.

What is the ICAO24 / Mode S code for G-VBIG?

G-VBIG's ICAO24 (Mode S) transponder code is 4005D2 — the hex address the Mode S transponder on this Boeing 747 broadcasts.