Emirates Airbus A380-800 taxiing in low-light conditions, showcasing its massive double-deck fuselage and signature livery.
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Emirates Airbus A380-800 taxiing in low-light conditions, showcasing its massive double-deck fuselage and signature livery.
Aircraft identity
Registration
A6-EUS
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, Emirates uses both types; likely GP7200 for this registration)
Thrust
311–340 kN (70,000–76,500 lbf) per engine
Wingspan
79.75 m
Length
72.72 m
Height
24.09 m
MTOW
575,000 kg
Range
15,200 km
Capacity
489–615 passengers (in typical Emirates configuration: 489 seats)
Cruise Speed
900 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 4 compliant; typical takeoff noise: 94–95 dB at 1,500 m from runway
Location
Airport Code
CHC/NZCH
Airport Name
Christchurch International Airport
Camera
Device
Panasonic LUMIX Camera
Lens
60X zoom lense