Airbus A380-800

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02 Apr 2026 · © Sander

Asiana A380 Short Final

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Airbus A320 family (likely A320, A321 based on cockpit shape)

Aircraft

A380-800 A388

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

Canon

Location

Frankfurt Main Airport

FRA/EDDF · Runway 25 L

50.0267, 8.5584

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Frankfurt Main Airport FRA

Airport

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Aviation History

The Airbus A380-800 is the world\'s largest passenger airliner and the only full-length double-deck jet airliner. First flight was in 2005, entering service in 2007 with Singapore Airlines.

Fleet Rarity

Fewer than 250 built; only a handful of operators after 2023, as more airlines retire the type.

Record Flights

Notable for operating some of the longest commercial flights, including Dubai–Auckland and Sydney–Dallas/Fort Worth direct sectors.

Safety & Events

Several high-profile events, including the uncontained engine failure on Qantas Flight 32. Also used for special charters and VIP services.

Future Outlook

Production ceased in 2021; many aircraft being retired or stored, though several remain in service with Emirates and a few other airlines.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent 900 or Engine Alliance GP7200 (variant unconfirmed)

Engine

79.75 meters

Wingspan

72.72 meters

Length

15,200 kilometers

Range

945 km/h

Speed

555 passengers (typical, three-class)

Capacity

575,000 kilograms

MTOW

24.09 meters

Height

311–340 kN (70,000–76,500 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4, 89.9 dB on approach

Noise