The First Modern Airliner: The Boeing 247

When the Boeing 247 aircraft took to the skies, it was far superior to any airliners that were in service. It was capable of flying from San Francisco to New York seven and a half hours quicker than competitors in addition to offering vastly better passenger comfort. The Boeing 247 revolutionized air travel offering safer, quicker and more reliable air travel. This is why it is regarded as the first modern airliner. The Boeing 247, set a new precedent for commercial aviation. However, it would be quickly superseded by the Douglas DC-2.

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