The most recent variant of the Boeing 747, the 8 could be set to undergo a massive redesign programme according to reports.

The aircraft may not have seen great commercial success since its inception but the growing demand for air travel has put it firmly back on Boeing’s radar for future plans.

And if the reports are true, it looks like Boeing wants to revive the superjumbo 7478 for it to reclaim its position as the true queen of the skies. Here’s how.