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Boeing delivers 20th B-747/8 airplane

Washington, Usa - Atlas Air to operate aircraft on behalf of Panalpina

Boeing marked the 20th delivery of its new 747/8. The airplane, a B-747/8 Freighter, was delivered to Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, Inc. Atlas Air will operate it on behalf of Panalpina, the Swiss-based freight operator. This marks the first time in Panalpina's history that an airplane has been painted in the company's livery. The 747/8 Freighter will immediately enter service when it departs Seattle...

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Rome, Italy, 06/01/2012 16:13
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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