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1970 Introduction of the Boeing 747 ‘jumbo jet’
The Boeing 747 also named as the "Jumbo Jet" was introduced in 1970, marking a significant turning point in aviation history. The Boeing 747 took off for the first time from Boeing Field in Seattle, Washington. Test pilots flew the aircraft for just over seventy minutes. It changed the travel and tourism industry as the 747 was instrumental in expanding international travel, promoting cross-cultural interaction, and more strength globally. That's why there are cultural shifts everywhere.