The Boeing 747-8F opens at the nose to accommodate large items. The new plane carries 16 percent more cargo and uses 17 percent less fuel than its predecessor, the Boeing 747-400.

British Airways World Cargo has made Atlanta one of the first stops for a new plane that will boost efficiency on its cargo routes.The airline’s Atlanta route, which brings an estimated $18 million…

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As managing editor of Global Atlanta, Trevor has spent 15+ years reporting on Atlanta’s ties with the world. An avid traveler, he has undertaken trips to 30+ countries to uncover stories on the perils...