Airbus A380-800

04 Feb 2026 · © Unknown

Window view indicates upper deck position, double engine pod confirms four-engine layout unique among modern passenger jets—matching only the A380 among active wide-bodies with this view.

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Airbus A320 family (likely A320, A321 based on cockpit shape)

Aircraft

A380-800 A388

Manufacturer

Airbus

Insights

Aviation History

The Airbus A380-800 is the world's largest passenger airliner and was the first full-length double-decker airliner. Entered service in 2007, manufactured in limited numbers.

Fleet Rarity

Under 250 built, only in use with fewer than 10 airlines as of 2024.

Record Flights

Operated world’s longest flights such as Dubai to Auckland (Emirates), also commonly used on ultra-high density routes.

Safety & Events

Generally a very safe aircraft with few incidents; notable Qantas Flight 32 engine failure (safe landing).

Future Outlook

Production ended in 2021; some remain active with major airlines, but retirements have commenced.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent 900 or Engine Alliance GP7200 (not distinguishable in this image)

Engine

79.75 meters

Wingspan

72.72 meters

Length

15,200 kilometers

Range

903 kilometers per hour (Mach 0.85)

Speed

555 passengers (standard 3-class configuration), up to 868 in all-economy

Capacity

575,000 kilograms

MTOW

24.09 meters

Height

311–340 kN (69,900–76,500 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant, approx 94 EPNdB (typical departure)

Noise

Unable to identify specific airline or registration from this angle; engine variant not distinguishable without further details.