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A Qantas Airbus A380-800 on final approach, showcasing its distinctive four-engine design and red kangaroo livery under a clear blue sky.
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A Qantas Airbus A380-800 on final approach, showcasing its distinctive four-engine design and red kangaroo livery under a clear blue sky.
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
A388
Model
A380-800
Manufacturer
Airbus
Airline
Qantas Airways
Airline Code
QFA / QF
Livery
Qantas standard livery
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Rolls-Royce Trent 900 or Engine Alliance GP7200 (Qantas uses Rolls-Royce Trent 900)
Thrust
311 kN (70,000 lbf) per Trent 900 engine
Wingspan
79.75 meters
Length
72.73 meters
Height
24.09 meters
MTOW
575,000 kilograms
Range
15,200 kilometers
Capacity
484 passengers (typical 4-class config)
Cruise Speed
903 km/h
Noise Rating
QC2 ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (typically around 90 dB on approach)
Location
Airport Code
LHR/EGLL
Airport Name
London Heathrow Airport