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Korean Air Airbus A380-800 (HL7627) taxiing at a major international airport, capturing the enormous scale of the world's largest passenger jet.
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Spotter's notes
HL7627 is one of the later A380s delivered to Korean Air, with distinctive sky-blue livery unique to the carrier. Korean Air is among the few Asian airlines still operating the A380 as of 2024.
Aircraft identity
Registration
HL7627
ICAO Type
A388
Model
A380-800
Manufacturer
Airbus
Airline
Korean Air
Airline Code
KAL / KE
Livery
Korean Air standard livery
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Engine Alliance GP7270
Thrust
311 kN (70,000 lbf) per engine
Wingspan
79.75 meters
Length
72.72 meters
Height
24.09 meters
MTOW
575,000 kg
Range
15,200 km
Capacity
407-555 passengers (typical 3-class/2-class layout)
Cruise Speed
903 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 4; ~90 dB on departure (varies by phase and engine thrust)