For more than half a century, the Boeing 747 has ruled the long-haul skies. With its pronounced upper fuselage, four powerful engines, and enormous range, it became one of the most recognizable aircraft ever built. Generations of travelers crossed oceans aboard what many proudly called the “Queen of the Skies.” But time moves on in aviation. Most passenger 747s have now been retired, replaced by more efficient twin-engine widebodies. Today, only a handful remain in passenger service worldwide, and in the United States, just one operator still flies a Boeing 747-400 with a passenger cabin.

So in this video, we take a look at the last Boeing 747-400 in America with a passenger configuration, how it got there, the legacy of the 747-400, and where this iconic aircraft stands today in both passenger and cargo service.