Airbus A380 airplane in flight
AirbusWide-bodyFirst flight: 2005

Airbus A380

"The Superjumbo"

The world's largest passenger airplane — two full decks!

Max Passengers
853
Range (km)
15,200
Engines
4

About the Airbus A380

"The world's largest passenger airplane — two full decks!"

The Airbus A380 is the biggest passenger airplane ever built. It has two full decks running the entire length of the fuselage — like a flying double-decker bus! Emirates operates the largest fleet and has fitted some with private suites, showers, and even a bar on board.

✈️ First flight: 2005
👥 Up to 853 passengers
🗺️ Range: 9,439 miles
⚙️ 4 engines

Cool Fact!

The A380 is so big that some airports had to widen their taxiways and build special gates just to fit it! 🏗️

Fun Facts ✈️

The A380 has two full passenger decks from nose to tail.

Emirates has A380s with private suites, a shower spa, and an onboard bar!

Its wingspan is so wide it can't use many airport gates without special modifications.

The A380 can carry up to 853 passengers in an all-economy layout.

It has 4 engines and 22 wheels on its landing gear!

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Quick Specs

Passengers
Up to 853
Range
9,755 miles
Engines
4 turbofan
Cruise Speed
560 mph
Wingspan
262 feet
First Flight
2005
Official Airbus Specs

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