About the Boeing 747-8
Lufthansa lists its passenger 747-8 at 250 feet 4 inches (76.3 meters). Boeing describes the 747-8 as longer than the 747-400, with a wider wingspan. The passenger cabin has seats on two levels in the forward part of the aircraft.
Seating capacity
Lufthansa publishes plans with 364 and 340 seats. Both show eight First Class and 32 Premium Economy seats. The 364-seat plan has 80 Business and 244 Economy seats. The 340-seat plan has 92 Business and 208 Economy seats. Check the plan for the aircraft scheduled for your flight.
Cabin layout
In Lufthansa’s 364-seat example, First Class is in the nose on the main deck. Business Class is on both decks. Premium Economy and Economy are on the main deck. The plan marks the stairs between decks, exits, galleys and lavatories, so you can see where your row sits.
How to recognize a Boeing 747-8
Look for four engines and the raised forward fuselage. Boeing’s 747-8 wing drawings show wingtips that sweep back, whereas the 747-400 has upright winglets. A nose cargo door is a clue to a freighter configuration. Confirm the exact model by registration.
Variants and related aircraft
The FAA lists the 747-8 and its BBJ version under B748. Boeing’s 747-8F uses the main deck for freight. The earlier 747-400 uses B744.
Frequently asked questions
Does every Boeing 747-8 have 364 seats?
Lufthansa shows one layout with 364 seats and another with 340. Check the operating airline’s seat map for your flight.
Are there passenger seats upstairs on the Boeing 747-8?
Lufthansa’s 364-seat passenger example has Business Class on the upper deck. The published map shows the upper deck and main deck separately.