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A majestic British Airways Airbus A380-800 waits on the taxiway at London Heathrow during golden hour, with iconic British Airways tails in the background.
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Spotter's notes
British Airways A380-841 being towed to maintenance early morning.
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
A388
Model
A380-800
Manufacturer
Airbus
Airline
British Airways
Airline Code
BAW / BA
Livery
British Airways
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Rolls-Royce Trent 900
Thrust
311–340 kN (69,900–76,800 lbf) per engine
Wingspan
79.75 meters
Length
72.73 meters
Height
24.09 meters
MTOW
575,000 kg
Range
15,200 km
Capacity
469–520 passengers (typical three-class)
Cruise Speed
945 km/h
Noise Rating
QC/2 (QC/0.5 at departure), ICAO Chapter 4
Location
Airport Code
LHR/EGLL
Airport Name
London Heathrow Airport
Camera
Device
Nikon D3300
Lens
55-300mm