Airbus A380-800

13 Apr 2026 · © Judge Dredd

Singapore Airlines Airbus A380-800 (9V-SKZ) prepares for departure, showcasing the world's largest passenger aircraft in the carrier's classic livery.

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Aircraft

A380-800 A388

Singapore Airlines standard livery

9V-SKZ

Registration

Airline

Singapore Airlines

SIA / SQ

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

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

Achievements

Rare Bird, Ultra-Long-Haul, Skyline Symphony, Airbus Aficionado, Superjumbo Spotter

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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

Singapore Airlines was the launch customer for the Airbus A380, which is the world\'s largest passenger aircraft.

Fleet Rarity

Singapore Airlines is one of only a few carriers operating the A380, with around 250 total A380s produced and fewer than 120 currently in active service worldwide.

Record Flights

First ever commercial A380 flight (SQ380: Singapore to Sydney, 2007). Operates flagship long-haul routes including Singapore-London and Singapore-Sydney.

Safety & Events

Singapore Airlines\' A380 fleet has operated several milestone flights, including the first commercial A380 service. No major incidents involving this specific airframe are publicly known.

Future Outlook

Several A380s have been retired or stored globally, but Singapore Airlines continues to operate a reduced but active fleet as of 2024.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent 900

Engine

79.75 meters

Wingspan

72.72 meters

Length

15,200 kilometers

Range

945 km/h

Speed

471 passengers (typical Singapore Airlines configuration)

Capacity

575,000 kilograms

MTOW

24.09 meters

Height

311 kN (69,900 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4, ~90 dB on approach

Noise