Emirates Airbus A380-800 (A6-EUG) lifting off from runway 34L at Sydney Airport; the world's largest airliner in classic Emirates livery.

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πŸ“ Spotter's notes

Emirates Airbus A380-800 (A6-EUS) lifting off from runway 34L at Sydney Airport; the world's largest airliner in classic Emirates livery.

✈️ Aircraft identity

Registration A6-EUS
ICAO Type A388
Model A380-800
Manufacturer Airbus
Airline Emirates
Airline Code UAE / EK
Livery Emirates Standard
Military Civilian

πŸ”§ Technicals

Engine Engine Alliance GP7200 (or Rolls-Royce Trent 900, but Emirates A6-EUG uses GP7200)
Thrust 311 kN (70,000 lbf) per engine
Wingspan 79.75 meters
Length 72.72 meters
Height 24.09 meters
MTOW 575000 kg
Range 15200 km
Capacity Typically 489-615 passengers
Cruise Speed 900 km/h
Noise Rating Approaches ICAO Chapter 4 standard, ~90 EPNdB on approach

πŸ“ Location

Airport Code SYD/YSSY
Airport Name Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport
Viewing Spot Shep’s Mound

πŸ“· Camera

Device FUJIFILM X-S10
Lens XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR