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26 Apr 2026 · © Unknown

Emirates A380-861

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Tbaiavgeek · 26 Apr 2026

Stunning shot!

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Drew · 26 Apr 2026

Stunning shot!

Katl_spotter13 · 26 Apr 2026

Incredible!

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Aircraft

Standard Emirates

Airline

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Gear

Nikon D3300

Achievements

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Location

Cornwall Airport Newquay

NQY/EGHQ

50.4406, -4.9954

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Cornwall Airport Newquay NQY

Insights

Aviation History

The Airbus A380-800 is the world\'s largest passenger airliner and the only full double-deck aircraft, renowned for revolutionizing long-haul travel, especially for airlines like Emirates.

Fleet Rarity

Common in Emirates\' fleet but rare globally since only 251 A380s were ever produced.

Record Flights

Used for some of the world\'s longest scheduled flights, such as Dubai-Auckland and Dubai-Los Angeles.

Safety & Events

Generally safe operational history, a few incidents such as Qantas QF32 engine failure (different operator); Emirates operates the largest fleet.

Future Outlook

Emirates continues to operate the A380 for at least another decade, but production has ended and some frames are retired or scrapped.

Specifications

Engine Alliance GP7200 or Rolls-Royce Trent 900 (specific engine not discernible)

Engine

79.75 m

Wingspan

72.72 m

Length

15,200 km

Range

903 km/h

Speed

555 passengers (typical three-class); max 853 (all-economy)

Capacity

575,000 kg

MTOW

24.09 m

Height

311–340 kN (69,800–76,500 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (~97 dB on departure depending on configuration)

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