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📝 Spotter's notes

Emirates A380-842 landing at Christchurch after one of its fifth freedom flight from Sydney.

✈️ Aircraft identity

Registration N/A
ICAO Type A388
Model A380-800
Manufacturer Airbus
Airline Emirates
Airline Code UAE / EK
Livery Emirates
Military Civilian

🔧 Technicals

Engine Rolls-Royce Trent 900 (Emirates mainly uses GP7200)
Thrust Up to 340 kN (76,500 lbf) per engine
Wingspan 79.75 meters
Length 72.72 meters
Height 24.09 meters
MTOW 575,000 kg
Range 15,200 km
Capacity 489–615 passengers (typical 3-class configuration: 517)
Cruise Speed 903 km/h
Noise Rating QC2 (departure) / QC0.5 (arrival) — ICAO Chapter 4