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Singapore Airlines Airbus A380-800 (9V-SKU) taxiing at a major international airport, with its impressive double-decker profile on display.
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Singapore Airlines Airbus A380-800 (9V-SKU) taxiing at a major international airport, with its impressive double-decker profile on display.
Aircraft identity
Registration
9V-SKU
ICAO Type
A388
Model
A380-800
Manufacturer
Airbus
Airline
Singapore Airlines
Airline Code
SIA / SQ
Livery
Singapore Airlines standard livery
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Rolls-Royce Trent 900 (RR Trent 972B-84 or similar)
Thrust
311 kN (70,000 lbf) per engine
Wingspan
79.75 meters
Length
72.72 meters
Height
24.09 meters
MTOW
575,000 kilograms
Range
15,200 kilometers
Capacity
Up to 471 passengers (typical 3-class); up to 868 passengers (maximum)
Cruise Speed
903 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 4 compliant, ~88 dB on approach
Location
Airport Code
SYD/YSSY
Airport Name
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport
Viewing Spot
Shep’s Mound
Camera
Device
FUJIFILM X-S10
Lens
XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR