Hurricane Sandy relief flight, The Next Delivery

[dodgy-alan 1,587]

With Seatacs crew already running internal relief flights, The British asked if they could help. Boeing were running a demo tour of their new 747-8F and were currently up in Scotland. This would be a perfect demonstration of what their new freighter could do......

Loading at Glasgow's Prestwick Airport

take off on the first leg, a short hop to Belfast's Aldergrove.

A short time later she's on the ramp at Aldergrove taking on more supplies from the people of Ireland.

Climbing out for the long transatlantic flight.

Crossing the Irish coast

Way out over the Atlantic at 30,000 ft. The huge aircraft becomes a spec over the vastness of the ocean.

several hours later and the American coast begins to appear ahead.

beginning the descent into KJFK

dropping lower still she starts to slow down, Gear coming down,

lining up for 31Left

Touchdown

rolling out

another load of aid reaches New York

Thanks for viewing

[brett 2,316]

Way to go Alan. That baby looks like it can hold quite a bit. I hope your departure will be as timely as your arrival. I'm surprised you didn't get stacked. It sure can get crowded around there. Maybe you should take in some of the sights while in New York although the locals might be a little cranky. Times Square anyone?

[hurricanemk1c 195]

Great shots Alan!

[SEATAC 400]

Great posting Alan. Thanks for helping out! That 747 sure can carry a lot of cargo.