Airbus A380-800

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Emirates Airbus A380 sporting a rare 'Courier Express' special livery at Dubai International Airport.

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Aircraft

A380-800 A388

Emirates Courier Express special livery

Airline

Emirates

UAE / EK

Manufacturer

Airbus

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Location

Dubai International Airport

DXB/OMDB

25.2498, 55.3710

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Aviation History

The Airbus A380 is the world\'s largest passenger aircraft and a flagship of the Emirates fleet, holding the record for the largest fleet of A380s globally.

Fleet Rarity

Emirates remains the only airline operating a large fleet (120 ) of A380s; most other airlines have retired or are phasing them out. Special \'Courier Express\' livery is rare.

Record Flights

Emirates uses the A380 for some of the world\'s longest non-stop scheduled commercial flights, e.g., Dubai-Auckland.

Safety & Events

The A380 has a strong safety record. Emirates\' A380s are known for their luxurious premium experience and showers in first class.

Future Outlook

Though Airbus has ended A380 production, Emirates plans to operate them into the 2030s. Many airframes are being retired elsewhere.

Specifications

Engine Alliance GP7200 or Rolls-Royce Trent 900 (Emirates operates both, but most likely GP7200)

Engine

79.75 meters

Wingspan

72.72 meters

Length

15,200 kilometers

Range

903 km/h

Speed

Up to 615 passengers (typical 3-class Emirates: 489-517)

Capacity

575,000 kilograms

MTOW

24.09 meters

Height

311 kN (70,000 lbf) per engine (GP7200)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant

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