Boeing has delivered more than 1,400 of the aircraft to airlines around the world -- not bad for a plane now into its fifth decade . 747 - 8 Intercontinental is latest version of the iconic Boeing jumbo jet . Only five are in service at the moment , all operated by Emirates . The 737 - 8 is the longest commercial aircraft in the world .
747 - 8 Intercontinental is latest version of the iconic Boeing jumbo jet . Only five are in service at the moment , all operated by Emirates . The 737 - 8 is the longest commercial aircraft in the world .