February 8, 2010 in Business

The Boeing 747-8 Freighter taxis for take off on its first flight Monday, Feb. 8, 2010, in Everett.

Engines on the Boeing 747-8 Freighter are started just prior to the plane’s first flight Monday, Feb. 8, 2010, in Everett, Wash.

The Boeing 747-8 Freighter makes its first flight Monday, Feb. 8, 2010, in Everett.

With an observation plane nearby at upper right, the Boeing 747-8 Freighter, left, makes its first flight Monday, Feb. 8, 2010, in Everett.

Boeing Co. 747-8 Freighter airplanes are shown on the factory floor, Monday, Feb. 8, 2010, in Everett, Wash.