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02 Apr 2026 · © Unknown

Emirates A380-861

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Domi · 12 Apr 2026

Brilliant!

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Aircraft

Emirates standard livery

Airline

Manufacturer

Gear

Nikon D3300 55-300mm

Achievements

Rare Bird, Ultra-Long-Haul, Airbus Aficionado, Superjumbo Spotter

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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 commercial passenger aircraft; Emirates is the largest A380 operator, transforming hub-and-spoke travel.

Fleet Rarity

Emirates operates the largest A380 fleet, but the global fleet is under 250 units; only about 120 remain in active service worldwide as of 2024.

Record Flights

Used on some of the world\'s highest-capacity and longest A380 routes (e.g., Dubai-Auckland, Dubai-Los Angeles).

Safety & Events

Has experienced some notable non-fatal engine and maintenance events, including uncontained engine failures (not specific to this airframe).

Future Outlook

Many A380s are being retired; Emirates plans to fly theirs until at least the late 2030s.

Specifications

Engine Alliance GP7200 or Rolls-Royce Trent 900 (unclear which from image)

Engine

79.75 meters

Wingspan

72.73 meters

Length

15,200 kilometers

Range

903 kilometers per hour

Speed

525 passengers (typical 3-class) / up to 853 (all-economy)

Capacity

575,000 kilograms

MTOW

24.09 meters

Height

311–340 kN (each engine)

Thrust

Lateral 97–101 dB; ICAO Chapter 4 compliant

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