Airbus A380: Facts And Figures

Airbus A380 is the largest passenger aircraft in the world.

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It features two full-length decks and a wingspan of over 80 metres.

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The maximum takeoff weight of the A380 is 575 tonnes, that’s roughly 5 blue whales.

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Introduced in 2005, the aircraft can accommodate up to 853 passengers.

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It has four engines and can travel up to 15,000 km.

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The A380 has a speed of around 1050 km per hour.

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It is the first commercial plane with fully computerised flying controls.

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The A380’s airframe design allows for a low takeoff.

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On October 25, 2007, Singapore Airlines undertook the first commercial A380 flight.

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In December 2021, Emirates received the last A380, bringing the famous journey to a close.

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