Airbus A380-800

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29 May 2026 · © Unknown

A classic A380 in flight, viewed from below against a clear blue sky. Note the iconic winglets and four-engine layout.

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Aircraft

A380-800 A388

Emirates standard livery

Airline

Emirates

UAE / EK

Manufacturer

Airbus

Achievements

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Photo grade

Score: 59.0

Aircraft is centered and well-lit, but heavy blur and distance obscure detail and registration.

Location

RAF Northolt

NHT/EGWU

51.5530, -0.4182

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RAF Northolt NHT

Airport

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Aviation History

The Boeing 747-400 was the most successful variant of the 747 family and was a mainstay of long-haul international travel for decades.

Fleet Rarity

Significantly reduced global passenger fleet, most now serve as cargo/freighters or have been retired.

Record Flights

Frequently used for long-haul routes such as London-Sydney, New York-Tokyo. Held records for longest scheduled passenger flights in the 1990s-2000s.

Safety & Events

Several non-fatal emergencies and high-profile retirements as airlines phase out the type for more fuel-efficient aircraft.

Future Outlook

Type is being rapidly retired from passenger service, many are converted to freighter use, some stored or scrapped.

Specifications

Engine Alliance GP7200 or Rolls-Royce Trent 900 (Emirates operates both types)

Engine

79.75 meters

Wingspan

72.73 meters

Length

15,200 km

Range

903 km/h

Speed

up to 615 passengers (Emirates typical: 489-615)

Capacity

575,000 kg

MTOW

24.09 meters

Height

Approx. 311–340 kN (per engine)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (~89-100 dB on approach, varies by configuration)

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