5 key points about Air India's Boeing 747 aircraft

Air India inducted its first Boeing 747-200B named "Emperor Ashoka" in April 1971, becoming one of the first airlines in the world to operate the jumbo jet.

Air India's 747s offered passengers a more spacious cabin experience compared to smaller airplanes

The Boeing 747 was widely known by affectionate Nicknamed "Queen of the Skies" due to its large size and upper deck configuration

Air India's Boeing 747s were often used to transport VVIPs like Prime Ministers, Presidents and Vice-Presidents

Air india Boeing 747 takes off last flight from Mumbai on 22nd April 2024