Airbus A380-800

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15 Apr 2026 · © Unknown

Emirates Airbus A380-800 taxiing at an airport, showcasing the airline's massive flagship aircraft.

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Kiwi Aviation · 15 Apr 2026

Love the livery!

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Aircraft

A380-800 A388

Emirates standard livery

Airline

Emirates

UAE / EK

Manufacturer

Airbus

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Aviation History

The Airbus A380 is the world\'s largest passenger airliner and the only full-length double-deck jet airliner in production. Emirates is the largest operator of the A380.

Fleet Rarity

Emirates operates the largest A380 fleet in the world, with over 100 delivered. The A380 as a type is rare (less than 300 built, and production ended in 2021).

Record Flights

Emirates A380s have operated some of the highest-capacity scheduled flights and are used on long-haul routes like Dubai–Auckland, Dubai–Los Angeles.

Safety & Events

No major fatal accidents with the Emirates A380 fleet as of 2024. Known for comfort and luxury offerings including on-board showers and bar lounges.

Future Outlook

The A380 is being gradually retired from many fleets but Emirates plans to operate the type into the 2030s.

Specifications

Engine Alliance GP7200 or Rolls-Royce Trent 900 (cannot visually confirm variant from this angle)

Engine

79.75 meters

Wingspan

72.72 meters

Length

15,200 kilometers

Range

905 km/h (Mach 0.85)

Speed

Up to 615 passengers (two-class high density), typical three-class: 489–550

Capacity

575,000 kilograms

MTOW

24.09 meters

Height

311–340 kN (70,000–76,500 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant, ca. 85–89 dB on departure (varies by operation)

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