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A classic Boeing 747-400 soars overhead, displaying its unmistakable silhouette. The Queen of the Skies in flight.
@J.Purcell Photography
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British Airways A380-841 G-XLEB
Aircraft identity
Registration
G-XLEB
ICAO Type
A388
Model
A380-841
Manufacturer
Airbus
Airline
British Airways
Airline Code
BAW / BA
Livery
British Airways
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Rolls-Royce Trent 900
Thrust
340 kN (76,500 lbf) per engine
Wingspan
79.75 meters
Length
72.73 meters
Height
24.09 meters
MTOW
575,000 kg
Range
15,200 km
Capacity
469 passengers (British Airways typical configuration)
Cruise Speed
903 km/h
Noise Rating
QC/2 for departure, QC/0.5 for arrival (ICAO Chapter 4 compliant)
Camera
Device
Nikon D3300
Lens
55-300mm