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07 Mar 2026 · © Unknown

The blue livery is a special promotional color scheme for the A380 operated by Emirates.

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Advait S · 07 Mar 2026

So cool! 🛩️

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Aircraft

Emirates (special blue livery)

Airline

Manufacturer

Achievements

Rare Bird

Badge earned

Location

John F. Kennedy International Airport

JFK/KJFK

40.6394, -73.7793

Open map

John F. Kennedy International Airport JFK

Insights

Aviation History

The Airbus A380-800 is the largest passenger airliner in the world and the only full-length double-deck jet airliner ever produced. A flagship for global carriers such as Emirates.

Fleet Rarity

A380-800 is relatively rare with only around 250 built, almost half operated by Emirates. Emirates is the world's largest A380 operator.

Record Flights

Used for some of the world's longest scheduled flights, e.g. Dubai-Auckland.

Safety & Events

Notable for high-profile service entries and special event flights; also featured in promotional and sporting event liveries.

Future Outlook

Production ended in 2021. Most remain in service with Emirates, but several have been retired or stored elsewhere.

Specifications

Engine Alliance GP7200 or Rolls-Royce Trent 900 (can't confirm specific model from photo)

Engine

79.75 meters

Wingspan

72.72 meters

Length

15,200 kilometers

Range

903 km/h

Speed

525 passengers (typical 3-class, max 853 in all-economy)

Capacity

575,000 kg

MTOW

24.09 meters

Height

311–340 kN (per engine)

Thrust

QC/2 departure, QC/0.5 arrival (London Heathrow Quota Count); meets ICAO Chapter 4

Noise

Engine model and registration not visible. Exact livery details may need confirmation.