Airbus A380-800

24 May 2026 · © Cundy88

A British Airways Airbus A380-800 (G-XLEI) on final approach, showing its immense double-decker structure and quadjet configuration.

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Aircraft

A380-800 A388

Standard British Airways livery

G-XLEI

Registration

Airline

British Airways

BAW / BA

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

Canon EOS 1200D EF75-300mm f/4-5.6

Achievements

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

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Photo grade

Silver

Score: 83.0

Great side profile of the A380 on approach; sharp, clear registration, though some dust spots in the sky slightly distract.

Location

Myrtle Avenue

London Heathrow Airport · LHR/EGLL

51.4671, -0.4441

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London Heathrow Airport LHR

Airport

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Aviation History

World’s largest passenger airliner; key flagship for major international carriers including British Airways. British Airways is one of only ~14 airlines to operate the A380, and currently operates one of the world\'s largest A380 fleets.

Fleet Rarity

1 of 12 A380s delivered to British Airways, and among fewer than 250 A380s built.

Record Flights

A380s are known for ultra-long-haul flagship flights, such as London–Singapore, London–Hong Kong, London–Los Angeles.

Safety & Events

British Airways\' A380s have had relatively uneventful service records with high reliability; no major incidents reported for G-XLEI.

Future Outlook

Still flying (as of 2024), with a likely return to full long-haul service after post-COVID fleet reshuffling.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent 900

Engine

79.75 meters

Wingspan

72.72 meters

Length

15,200 kilometers

Range

903 kilometers per hour

Speed

469 passengers (typical for BA A380 configuration)

Capacity

575,000 kilograms

MTOW

24.09 meters

Height

340 kN (76,500 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4; typical takeoff noise level ~90-95 dB at reference distance

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