Airbus A380-800

19 Sep 2026 · © Judge Dredd

Emirates Airbus A380-800 (A6-EVV) sporting the eye-catching Expo 2020 special livery rotates for departure, with the city skyline in the background.

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Katl_spotter13 · 20 Sep 2026

Amazing!

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Aircraft

A380-800 A388

Emirates \'Dubai Expo 2020\' special livery

A6-EVV

Registration

Airline

Emirates

UAE / EK

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

FUJIFILM X-S10 XC 50-230mm F4.5-6.7 OIS II

Achievements

Runway Royalty, Livery Legend, Ultra-Long-Haul, Winglet Watcher, Skyline Symphony, Airbus Aficionado, Superjumbo Spotter, First Catch

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Photo grade

Gold

Score: 94.0

Stunning A380 climb-out, crisp with vibrant expo livery and clean background—near perfect execution!

Location

Shep’s Mound

Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport · SYD/YSSY

-33.9461, 151.1770

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Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport SYD

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The Airbus A380 is the world\'s largest passenger airliner. Emirates is the largest operator of the A380 with over 100 in its fleet. \'Expo 2020\' special liveries were applied to selected Emirates A380s to promote Dubai\'s World Expo.

Fleet Rarity

A380 in Emirates fleet is common, but the Expo 2020 special livery is rare with only a handful of aircraft painted for the event.

Record Flights

The A380 holds records for high-capacity long-haul routes such as Dubai–Auckland (among the world\'s longest nonstops).

Safety & Events

No major notable incidents for this specific aircraft (A6-EVV) as of 2024. Emirates A380s are known for luxury onboard products.

Future Outlook

A6-EVV is still active in the Emirates fleet as of 2024, with an expected service life into the 2030s.

Specifications

Engine Alliance GP7200

Engine

79.75 meters

Wingspan

72.72 meters

Length

15,200 km

Range

903 km/h

Speed

489-615 passengers

Capacity

575,000 kg

MTOW

24.09 meters

Height

311 kN (70,000 lbf) per engine

Thrust

Approx. 94-98 dB (ICAO Chapter 4 compliant)

Noise