Airbus A380-800

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08 May 2026 · © Unknown

A mighty Lufthansa Airbus A380-800, the world's largest passenger jet, sits at the gate under dramatic skies.

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Aircraft

A380-800 A388

Lufthansa standard livery

Airline

Lufthansa

DLH / LH

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

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Achievements

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Location

Lufthansa First Class Lounge/International terminal

Frankfurt Main Airport · FRA/EDDF

50.0267, 8.5584

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Frankfurt Main Airport FRA

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The Airbus A380 is the largest passenger aircraft in the world, representing a milestone in high-capacity airliner design. Lufthansa was one of a handful of airlines to operate the type.

Fleet Rarity

Lufthansa once had 14 A380s; only a handful were returned to service in 2023 . Fewer than 250 A380s built, and the type is rare in operation today.

Record Flights

A380s have served many of the longest non-stop routes in the world, but Lufthansa A380s have typically operated transatlantic and Asian routes.

Safety & Events

The A380 fleet saw limited operation during the COVID-19 pandemic with most aircraft grounded, though Lufthansa has reactivated a few in response to post-pandemic demand.

Future Outlook

Lufthansa has brought several A380s back from storage but the long-term future is uncertain as the type is no longer in production.

Specifications

Engine Alliance GP7200 or Rolls-Royce Trent 900 (can't tell from this angle)

Engine

79.8 meters

Wingspan

72.7 meters

Length

15,200 km

Range

903 km/h

Speed

509–615 passengers

Capacity

575,000 kg

MTOW

24.1 meters

Height

311 kN (GP7200) or 320 kN (Trent 900)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4; typical takeoff noise around 94–97 dB

Noise