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01 Apr 2026 · © Unknown

Etihad A380-800

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Maulin_Agrawal · 01 Apr 2026

I flew on this exact tail number back in 2018!

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Aircraft

Etihad Airways geometric livery

Airline

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Gear

Nikon D3300 55-300mm

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Location

London Heathrow Airport

LHR/EGLL

51.4707, -0.4599

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London Heathrow Airport LHR

Insights

Aviation History

The Airbus A380-800 is the world\'s largest passenger aircraft; Etihad is one of a limited number of airlines to have operated it.

Fleet Rarity

One of just 10 A380s delivered to Etihad Airways; very rare as most A380s are grounded or retired as of 2024.

Record Flights

Used for ultra-long-haul flagship routes including Abu Dhabi–Sydney, Abu Dhabi–New York

Safety & Events

No major incidents with A6-APF reported as of 2024.

Future Outlook

Etihad has returned some A380s to service, but many remain stored and long-term future is uncertain.

Specifications

Engine Alliance GP7200

Engine

79.75 meters

Wingspan

72.72 meters

Length

15,200 km

Range

903 km/h (Mach 0.85)

Speed

496 passengers (4-class Etihad layout)

Capacity

575,000 kg

MTOW

24.09 meters

Height

311 kN (70,000 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant, ~89 EPNdB on takeoff

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