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Emirates Airbus A380-800 taxiing on a cloudy day, showing off the world's largest passenger jet in its iconic Dubai-based livery.
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Spotter's notes
The Emirates A380 is a common sight at major international hubs. Emirates operates nearly half the global A380 passenger fleet.
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 (cannot distinguish from image alone)
Thrust
311 kN per engine (GP7200), 320 kN per engine (Trent 900)
Wingspan
79.75 meters
Length
72.72 meters
Height
24.09 meters
MTOW
575,000 kilograms
Range
15,200 kilometers
Capacity
Up to 615 passengers (high density); typically ~489–517 passengers in three-class layout
Cruise Speed
903 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 4, 90-94 dB (varies by phase and engine)
Location
Airport Code
JFK/KJFK
Airport Name
John F. Kennedy International Airport