Airbus

Airbus A380-800

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The Airbus A380-800 is the world's largest passenger aircraft, a full-length double-decker seating about 525 passengers in a typical four-class layout and certified for more than 850 in an all-economy configuration. Four Rolls-Royce Trent 970 or Engine Alliance GP7270 turbofans give a range near 15,200 km at 903 km/h. First flown in 2005, the aircraft is 72.7 metres long with a 79.8-metre wingspan and a maximum takeoff weight of 575,000 kg. Although Airbus ended production in 2021 as airlines favoured smaller twinjets, the type remains the flagship of several carriers, led by Emirates and its fleet of more than 120 A380s.

Dimensions

Length: 72,72 m
Wingspan: 79,75 m
Height: 24,09 m
Cabin Width: 6,54 m

Performance

Range: 15 200 km
Cruise Speed: 903 km/h
Max Speed: 945 km/h
Service Ceiling: 13 100 m
Category: ultra-long-haul

Capacity

Typical Seats: 525
Max Seats: 853
Cargo Volume: 184,00 m³
Size: super-jumbo

Engines

Count: 4
Type: Turbofan
Model: Rolls-Royce Trent 970 / Engine Alliance GP7270

Airlines (5)

Qatar Airways 4 All Nippon Airways 3 Singapore Airlines 3 Qantas 1 Lufthansa 1

Engine Profiles

Rolls-Royce Trent 900 Engine Alliance GP7200

Aircraft Systems

Sistema de Entretenimiento a Bordo Sistema de Iluminación LED de Cabina Sistema de Equipamiento de Cocina Sistema de Compartimentos Superiores Dispositivos hipersustentadores Unidad de potencia auxiliar (APU) Sistema de Evacuación de Emergencia Detección y Extinción de Incendios Sistema de Iluminación de Emergencia Transmisor de Localización de Emergencia (ELT)

About Airbus A380-800

El avión de pasajeros más grande del mundo, un avión de doble cubierta completa capaz de transportar más de 800 pasajeros. Aunque la producción terminó en 2021, la flota de más de 120 A380 de Emirates sigue siendo su buque insignia.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Airbus A380-800 typically seats 485 passengers in a standard three-class configuration. In a high-density single-class layout, it can accommodate up to 853 passengers, making it the largest passenger aircraft ever built. The A380 features a full-length upper deck, with most airlines placing premium cabins upstairs and economy on the main deck. Emirates famously offers onboard showers and a bar in its first and business class.

The Airbus A380-800 has a maximum range of approximately 14,800 km (8,000 nautical miles). This comfortably covers ultra-long-haul routes such as Dubai to Los Angeles, Singapore to London, or Sydney to Dallas. The A380 is powered by four engines — either Rolls-Royce Trent 900 or Engine Alliance GP7200 — providing the thrust necessary to lift its maximum takeoff weight of 575 tonnes.

The A380's double-deck design creates the most spacious cabin in commercial aviation, with lower noise levels and less vibration than smaller aircraft. Airlines have used the vast interior space for premium amenities never seen on other types, including Emirates' first class suites with shower spas, Singapore Airlines' double bed suites, and Etihad's three-room Residence apartment. The main deck ceiling height and wide aisles give economy passengers a notably less cramped feeling than on single-aisle or smaller wide-body aircraft.

Emirates is by far the largest A380 operator with over 110 aircraft, forming the backbone of its Dubai hub. Other active operators include Singapore Airlines, Qantas, Lufthansa, British Airways, and Korean Air. Airbus ended A380 production in 2021 after delivering 251 aircraft, as the industry shifted toward smaller, more efficient twin-engine wide-bodies. However, post-pandemic demand for high-capacity aircraft on busy routes has given the A380 a second life with several airlines.

The A380-800 carries significantly more passengers than the 747-400 (485 vs 416 in three-class) thanks to its full-length double deck versus the 747's partial upper deck. The A380 is also more fuel-efficient per seat despite being larger, consuming about 20% less fuel per passenger. However, both types have been superseded in new orders by twin-engine aircraft like the 787 and A350, which offer lower operating costs and more route flexibility.