Airbus A380-800

30 Mar 2026 · © SSGTRocky

A Qantas Airbus A380-800 rests on the ramp, showcasing the Australian carrier's flagship superjumbo in its classic red kangaroo livery.

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Aircraft

A380-800 A388

Qantas standard livery

Airline

Qantas Airways

QFA / QF

Manufacturer

Airbus

Achievements

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

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Location

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport

DFW/KDFW

32.8968, -97.0380

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Dallas Fort Worth International Airport DFW

Airport

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Aviation History

World\'s largest passenger airliner; a key aircraft for Qantas\' flagship long-haul routes.

Fleet Rarity

Qantas operates one of the smallest A380 fleets (less than 12 total active in 2024). Airbus A380 in general is a rare type now, as many airlines have retired their fleets.

Record Flights

Often used on Sydney-Dallas, one of the longest nonstops; historic for services like Sydney-London via Singapore.

Safety & Events

Qantas A380 VH-OQA famously suffered an uncontained engine failure in 2010 – a safe landing was performed.

Future Outlook

Still flying with Qantas and a few global carriers, but the type is no longer in production; expected to remain in service for several more years.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent 900

Engine

79.75 m

Wingspan

72.73 m

Length

15,200 km

Range

903 km/h

Speed

484–615 passengers (typical 517 for Qantas)

Capacity

575,000 kg

MTOW

24.09 m

Height

311–340 kN (69,900–76,800 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant, approx 90-105 dB on landing

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