Airbus A380-841

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15 Apr 2026 · © @J.Purcell Photography

British Airways A380-841 G-XLEB

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Kiwi Aviation · 15 Apr 2026

So cool! 🛩️

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Aircraft

Airline

British Airways

BAW / BA

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

Nikon D3300 55-300mm

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Insights

Aviation History

The Boeing 747-400 is an iconic \'jumbo jet,\' introduced in 1989, known for its range, capacity, and distinctive humpbacked upper deck.

Fleet Rarity

Once common, now becoming rare with many airlines retiring the type in favor of more efficient twinjets.

Record Flights

Flown on many long-haul flagship routes. In 1989, a Qantas 747-400 set the record for the longest non-stop flight by a commercial airliner (London-Sydney, delivery flight).

Safety & Events

Served as the mainstay for international travel for decades. Involved in some high-profile incidents but regarded for its reliability.

Future Outlook

Rapidly being retired from passenger service, but some remain in operation as freighters and with a few airlines.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent 900

Engine

79.75 meters

Wingspan

72.73 meters

Length

15,200 km

Range

903 km/h

Speed

469 passengers (British Airways typical configuration)

Capacity

575,000 kg

MTOW

24.09 meters

Height

340 kN (76,500 lbf) per engine

Thrust

QC/2 for departure, QC/0.5 for arrival (ICAO Chapter 4 compliant)

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