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16 Apr 2026 · © JacksonSpotz

Emirates Airbus A380, world's largest passenger airliner, taxiing with general aviation aircraft in foreground.

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Aircraft

Emirates standard livery

Airline

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Gear

10th Generation IPad

Achievements

Ultra-Long-Haul, Airbus Aficionado, Superjumbo Spotter

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Location

Christchurch International Airport

CHC/NZCH

-43.4890, 172.5320

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Insights

Aviation History

The Airbus A380-800 is the world\'s largest passenger airliner and the flagship of Emirates airline.

Fleet Rarity

Emirates is the largest A380 operator; fewer than 250 A380s have been produced.

Record Flights

The A380 has been used for some of the longest nonstop commercial flights, including Dubai–Auckland (Emirates).

Safety & Events

The A380 has had only a few notable incidents, none fatal; Emirates is the largest operator.

Future Outlook

A380 production has ended; Emirates will continue to fly the aircraft into the late 2030s.

Specifications

Engine Alliance GP7200 or Rolls-Royce Trent 900

Engine

79.75 m

Wingspan

72.72 m

Length

15,200 km

Range

903 km/h

Speed

525 passengers (three-class typical), up to 853 (all economy)

Capacity

575,000 kg

MTOW

24.09 m

Height

311-340 kN (approx. 70,000-76,500 lbf)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 – 90-94 EPNdB (approach, depending on config)

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