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02 Apr 2026 · © Unknown

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Aircraft

Singapore Airlines Standard Livery

Airline

Singapore Airlines

Manufacturer

Gear

Nikon D3300 55-300mm

Achievements

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

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Location

London Heathrow Airport

LHR/EGLL

51.4707, -0.4599

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London Heathrow Airport LHR

Insights

Aviation History

The Airbus A380 is the world\'s largest passenger airliner and made its commercial debut with Singapore Airlines in 2007.

Fleet Rarity

One of 12 A380s in the Singapore Airlines fleet as of 2024

Record Flights

The A380 has flown ultra-long-haul routes such as Singapore–New York (JFK/EWR) and Dubai–Auckland non-stop.

Safety & Events

No fatal accidents; notable for QF32 uncontained engine failure (Qantas A380, not Singapore Airlines)

Future Outlook

Still in active service, but production ended in 2021; subject to gradual retirement.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent 900

Engine

79.75 m

Wingspan

72.72 m

Length

15,200 km

Range

903 km/h

Speed

up to 868 passengers (typical 471-555 passengers)

Capacity

575,000 kg

MTOW

24.09 m

Height

311 kN per engine

Thrust

QC2 departure, QC0.5 arrival (London Heathrow Quota Count system); ICAO Chapter 4 compliant

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