One Final Hop for the Australian Queen of The Skies

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Hello IFC! As you all know, Qantas retired their 747’s recently, and with Sydney being featured, it was only fitting to fly this Queen one final time. I have always loved the Qantas livery on the 747 and I hope someday somehow I get to see it in person. I hope y’all enjoy!

Flight Details

Route: FAOR-YSSY
Airline/Aircraft: Qantas Boeing 747
Flight time: 12hrs 37mins
Server: Expert
@NoahM

Roaring out of sunny Johannesburg

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South Africa
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After several hours of nothing but the ocean, we get some stunning and rare views of Antarctica
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Many hours later after a sunset and complete darkness, the sun begins to rise as we cruise off the coast of Melbourne
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Dropping our gear down on final with a Qantas 737 next to us
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Touching down one final time as a Qantas 787 taxis to the runway
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Parked at the gate as the sun reflects off of the Queen’s tail
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The Qantas 747’s will be missed, as well as the KLM 747’s. Great photos there, looks like a nice buttery landing.

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Nice shots! This is personally one of my favourite flights to do with the 747 and it’s sad that us aussies won’t be seeing much 747 action anymore. :(

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I heard @Butter_Boi actually mention butter my life is complete

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@Butter_Boi
Thanks! Yes they will all be missed, and about my landing, it wasn’t butter, but it wasn’t bad either 😂

@TimR
Thank you! It truly is sad😔

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Nice shots! It looks like they’re only temporarily grounded, but it won’t be too longe before they’re gone for good :(

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Nice photos! The queen will be missed!