Boeing 747-8F and Airbus A321 roll together on runway, leaving people shocked by how different they are
Published on Aug 12, 2025 at 6:15 AM (UTC+4)
by Molly Davidson
Last updated on Aug 12, 2025 at 11:52 AM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Kate Bain
The Boeing 747-8F and Airbus A321 have been spotted gliding side-by-side along the runway, showing people just how different they are in size.
Together, they show two very different takes on flying. The 747-8F, a dedicated all-freighter version of the Boeing 747-8, is designed to maximize cargo volume with a maximum payload of 308,000lbs.
Meanwhile, the distinctly smaller A321, with a capacity of 185-239 passengers, is popular for carrying jetsetters from A to B on shorter routes.
Viewers can’t get enough, calling the 747 ‘the most beautiful aircraft carrier in history,’ while others admired the A321 for holding its own next to such a giant. Like watching a cruise ship pace a speedboat, this video shows the contrast between the two airplanes.
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With roles at TEXT Journal, Bowen Street Press, Onya Magazine, and Swine Magazine on her CV, Molly joined Supercar Blondie in June 2025 as a Junior Content Writer. Having experience across copyediting, proofreading, reference checking, and production, she brings accuracy, clarity, and audience focus to her stories spanning automotive, tech, and lifestyle news.