Qantas Airbus A380 captured at dusk, a rare sight with only a handful of these giants still active worldwide.
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Spotter's notes
Qantas A380 early landing on 27R
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
A388
Model
A380-842
Manufacturer
Airbus
Airline
Qantas Airways
Airline Code
QFA / QF
Livery
Qantas standard livery
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Rolls-Royce Trent 900
Thrust
311 kN (69,900 lbf) per engine
Wingspan
79.75 m
Length
72.73 m
Height
24.09 m
MTOW
560,000 kg
Range
15,200 km
Capacity
484 passengers (typical Qantas 4-class configuration)
Cruise Speed
945 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 4 compliant, 89-94 dB at approach (varies by engine and config)
Location
Airport Code
LHR/EGLL
Airport Name
London Heathrow Airport
Camera
Device
iPhone 16