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A mighty Emirates Airbus A380-800 preparing for departure, showcasing the world’s largest passenger airliner in classic livery.
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Spotter's notes
Production of the A380 ended in 2021, but Emirates continues to fly and refurbish them for upcoming years.
Aircraft identity
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 operates both, but most are GP7200)
Thrust
311 kN (70,000 lbf) per engine (GP7200 variant)
Wingspan
79.75 meters
Length
72.72 meters
Height
24.09 meters
MTOW
575,000 kg
Range
15,200 km
Capacity
standard 489-615 passengers
Cruise Speed
903 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 4 (typically 90-98 dB at takeoff, varies by engine and airport)