Airbus A380-800

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15 Feb 2026 · © Unknown

Photo appears to have been taken through an airport window at a major international airport.

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Aviation History

The world's largest passenger airliner, iconic for double-deck design, limited production with only 251 built.

Fleet Rarity

Less than 250 active units worldwide; all for a few operators; rare sight outside major international airports.

Record Flights

Used on many of the world's longest commercial routes (e.g., Dubai-Auckland) and high-density trunk routes.

Safety & Events

Generally strong safety record, some precautionary diversions, no hull loss with this model as of 2024.

Future Outlook

Production ended in 2021; remaining service mainly with Emirates and a few other airlines, expected gradual retirement over next 10–15 years.

Engine Alliance GP7200 or Rolls-Royce Trent 900 (variant not specified visually)

Engine

79.75 meters

Wingspan

72.72 meters

Length

15,200 kilometers

Range

945 kilometers per hour

Speed

Typically 489–615 passengers (standard 3-class or 2-class config)

Capacity

575,000 kilograms

MTOW

24.09 meters

Height

311–340 kN (each engine)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4, ~89 dB on takeoff (varies by engine and measurement)

Noise

Engine variant (GP7200 or Trent 900) not visually confirmed; registration not visible from this angle.