Russell Wilson threw for 3,357 yards (10,071 ft.) this season, similar to the runway takeoff distance for a 747-8 (10,650 ft.).

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson's longest pass this season, 80 yards (240 ft.), was almost the same length as a 747-8 fuselage (243.5 ft.).

We join with all Seahawks fans in wishing the team success on Sunday.' 'The partnerships we have with the Seahawks and others are making a positive difference in the communities where Boeing employees live and work. 'The 747 team is proud that one of our airplanes could be used as a tribute to the Seahawks' success this season and a rallying cry for the team as they prepare for the Super Bowl,' said Eric Lindblad, vice president and general manager, 747 program, Boeing Commercial Airplanes. The airplane will make its first flight in its new livery on Thurs., Jan. The special livery features the distinctive Seahawks logo and a '12' on the tail to salute the team's fans. This 747-8 is owned by Boeing and currently being used for flight testing. 'We're honored that we could join together two Northwest icons, the Seahawks and the 747, for this special salute from the entire Boeing team.' 'The Seahawks have been an inspiration to our entire community throughout this incredible season,' said Boeing Commercial Airplanes President and CEO Ray Conner.

The livery commemorates the team's National Football Conference Championship and upcoming appearance in Super Bowl XLVIII.īoeing is a sponsor of the Seattle Seahawks and has partnered with the team for more than a decade on programs in the Puget Sound area. 29, 2014 / PRNewswire/ - Boeing (NYSE: BA) today revealed a 747-8 Freighter painted in the livery of the NFL's Seattle Seahawks.

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