Lufthansa Airbus A380-800 taxiing at San Francisco International Airport, showcasing the world's largest passenger airliner in its classic livery.

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📝 Spotter's notes

The aircraft name 'Tokio' is visible, indicating this particular A380 was named after the city of Tokyo.

✈️ Aircraft identity

Registration D-AIMD
ICAO Type A388
Model A380-800
Manufacturer Airbus
Airline Lufthansa
Airline Code DLH / LH
Livery Lufthansa (classic livery)
Military Civilian

🔧 Technicals

Engine Rolls-Royce Trent 900 or Engine Alliance GP7200 (Lufthansa A380s primarily use Rolls-Royce Trent 970B-84)
Thrust 311 kN (each engine)
Wingspan 79.75 meters
Length 72.72 meters
Height 24.09 meters
MTOW 575,000 kg
Range 15,200 km
Capacity 509 passengers (typical in Lufthansa configuration, max 853)
Cruise Speed 945 km/h
Noise Rating ICAO Chapter 4 compliant, ~95-100 dB on takeoff (varies by engine)