Airbus A380-800

17 Dec 2025 · © Unknown

Singapore Airlines operated the first ever commercial A380 flight in 2007. The aircraft is known for its double-deck design and luxury premium suites.

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Aircraft

A380-800 A388

Singapore Airlines

Airline

Singapore Airlines

SIA / SQ

Manufacturer

Airbus

Insights

Aviation History

The world's largest passenger airliner; the first A380 entered commercial service with Singapore Airlines in 2007.

Fleet Rarity

Singapore Airlines was the launch customer for the A380. As of mid-2024, A380s are increasingly rare, with only a few operators.

Record Flights

Operates some of the longest scheduled flights in the world, including Singapore–New York.

Safety & Events

The A380 has operated several high-profile flights, including inaugural flights and special humanitarian missions; no major fatal accidents involving Singapore Airlines A380s.

Future Outlook

Many A380s are being retired, but Singapore Airlines continues to operate a small, premium-focused fleet.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent 900 or Engine Alliance GP7200

Engine

79.75 meters

Wingspan

72.73 meters

Length

15,200 kilometers

Range

903 kilometers per hour

Speed

up to 868 passengers (typically configured for ~471-509)

Capacity

575,000 kilograms

MTOW

24.09 meters

Height

311–340 kN (69,900–76,500 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 (approx. 96-109 dB, varies by measurement point)

Noise

Exact registration not visible due to angle.