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Emirates Airbus A380, world's largest passenger airliner, taxiing with general aviation aircraft in foreground.
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Emirates Airbus A380, world's largest passenger airliner, taxiing with general aviation aircraft in foreground.
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
A388
Model
A380-800
Manufacturer
Airbus
Airline
Emirates
Airline Code
UAE / EK
Livery
Emirates standard livery
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Engine Alliance GP7200 or Rolls-Royce Trent 900
Thrust
311-340 kN (approx. 70,000-76,500 lbf)
Wingspan
79.75 m
Length
72.72 m
Height
24.09 m
MTOW
575,000 kg
Range
15,200 km
Capacity
525 passengers (three-class typical), up to 853 (all economy)
Cruise Speed
903 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 4 – 90-94 EPNdB (approach, depending on config)
Location
Airport Code
CHC/NZCH
Airport Name
Christchurch International Airport
Camera
Device
10th Generation IPad
