Airbus A380-800

06 Jan 2026 · © TonyLTX

This is a classic sight of Emirates' A380, possibly leaving a major international hub. The A380’s unique size and four-engine configuration make it easily recognizable.

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Aircraft

A380-800 A388

Emirates standard livery

Airline

Emirates

UAE / EK

Manufacturer

Airbus

Insights

Aviation History

The Airbus A380 is the world’s largest passenger airliner and the only full-length double-deck jet airliner ever produced. Its introduction marked a new era in high-capacity, long-range travel. Emirates is the largest operator of the A380.

Fleet Rarity

One of over 100 A380s in service with Emirates, the largest global A380 fleet. The type itself is rare compared to most airliners, with just over 250 produced.

Record Flights

Has flown some of the world's longest scheduled commercial routes, including Dubai-Auckland (over 14,000 km).

Safety & Events

Generally excellent safety record. Notable for a Qantas A380 suffering an uncontained engine failure in 2010 with safe landing.

Future Outlook

The A380 program is discontinued, but the type is expected to fly with Emirates and a few other carriers into the 2030s.

Specifications

Engine Alliance GP7200 or Rolls-Royce Trent 900

Engine

79.75 meters

Wingspan

72.72 meters

Length

15,200 kilometers

Range

903 km/h

Speed

Up to 615 passengers (2-class); Typical 485 (3-class)

Capacity

575,000 kilograms

MTOW

24.09 meters

Height

311–340 kN (70,000–76,500 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant; ~96 dB on takeoff

Noise

The precise engine model cannot be determined from the image alone. Registration is not visible.