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Emirates Airbus A380-800 landing at an airport as easyJet aircraft taxi below—an impressive display of the world's largest passenger airliner in action.
© EPAerospace
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Spotter's notes
EasyJet aircraft appear to be Airbus A320 family jets. Emirates A380s are widely recognized for their onboard luxury, including showers in first class.
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 commonly uses GP7200)
Thrust
311 kN per engine (Engine Alliance GP7200) or 320 kN (Trent 900)
Wingspan
79.75 meters
Length
72.72 meters
Height
24.09 meters
MTOW
575,000 kg
Range
15,200 km
Capacity
Up to 615 passengers (Emirates typical three-class: ~489)
Cruise Speed
903 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 4 compliant, 82-89 dB at takeoff