An Emirates Airbus A380 is captured on straight-in approach, its four engines and double-deck fuselage clearly visible.
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An Emirates Airbus A380 is captured on straight-in approach, its four engines and double-deck fuselage clearly visible.
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
A388
Model
A380-800
Manufacturer
Airbus
Airline
Emirates
Airline Code
UAE / EK
Livery
Emirates
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Engine Alliance GP7200 or Rolls-Royce Trent 900
Thrust
311–340 kN (70,000–77,000 lbf) per engine
Wingspan
79.75 meters
Length
72.72 meters
Height
24.09 meters
MTOW
575,000 kg
Range
15,200 km
Capacity
up to 853 passengers (typically 485-555 in 3/4-class layouts)
Cruise Speed
945 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (approx. 89–94 dB on approach)
Location
Airport Code
CHC/NZCH
Airport Name
Christchurch International Airport
Camera
Device
Panasonic LUMIX Camera
Lens
60X zoom lense