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A rare sighting of both British Airways and Emirates Airbus A380s on the ground, a treat for double-decker fans!nnSat on the tarmac in a BA A380 in Johannesburg when her sister came along side. My mom and dad were on board the Emirates A380. November 8th 2025 Oliver Tambo International Airport South Africa
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Spotter's notes
Both the British Airways (foreground) and Emirates (background) aircraft are Airbus A380-800s, the largest passenger jets in regular airline service. View also includes the edge of a wing, possibly from another aircraft.
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
A388
Model
A380-800
Manufacturer
Airbus
Airline
British Airways (foreground), Emirates (background)
Livery
British Airways (foreground), Emirates (background)
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Rolls-Royce Trent 900 or Engine Alliance GP7200 (depends on airline; both options possible for A380)
Thrust
311 kN (70,000 lbf) per engine (Trent 900 variant); up to 334 kN (75,000 lbf) (GP7200 variant)
Wingspan
79.75 m
Length
72.72 m
Height
24.09 m
MTOW
575,000 kg
Range
15,200 km
Capacity
Typically 469 to 615 passengers (maximum certified for 853 in all-economy)
Cruise Speed
903 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 4 compliant; 92-94 EPNdB at takeoff (approx., varies by variant and config)