Airbus A380-800

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16 Apr 2026 · © Jack.aviation320

An Airbus A380-800 Singapore airlines landing at LHR

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Kiwi Aviation · 16 Apr 2026

Great photo 📸

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Aircraft

A380-800 A388

Singapore Airlines standard livery

Airline

Singapore Airlines

SIA / SQ

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

iPhone 17 pro max IPHONE 17 PRO MAX 48MP FUSION MAIN

Achievements

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

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Location

Myrtle Avenue

London Heathrow Airport · LHR/EGLL

51.4671, -0.4441

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London Heathrow Airport LHR

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The Airbus A380 is the world\'s largest passenger aircraft. Singapore Airlines was the launch customer and the first airline to operate the A380 on revenue flights.

Fleet Rarity

Singapore Airlines remains one of the largest A380 operators, though the A380 fleet is shrinking worldwide.

Record Flights

First commercial A380 flight was Singapore Airlines SQ380 from SIN to SYD in 2007. The A380 frequently operates some of the longest nonstop flights, including SIN-LHR, SIN-CDG, etc.

Safety & Events

Generally excellent safety record. Singapore Airlines A380s have featured in numerous aviation documentaries and were the first to introduce private suites in commercial airlines.

Future Outlook

Still flying but the global A380 fleet is anticipated to shrink or retire by the mid-2030s.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent 900 or Engine Alliance GP7200 (cannot confirm exact from this angle)

Engine

79.75 meters

Wingspan

72.72 meters

Length

15,200 km

Range

945 km/h

Speed

Up to 868 passengers (typical Singapore Airlines maximum: 471-487 seats)

Capacity

575,000 kg

MTOW

24.09 meters

Height

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

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4, 90-97 dB

Noise