Airbus A380
Specs, top speed, range and facts
The Airbus A380 is a long-haul widebody airliner built by Airbus in Europe. It first flew in 2005 and entered service in 2007. Move the most passengers per flight between the busiest hubs, using a full-length double deck.
- Top speed945 km/h (587 mph)
- Range15,000 km (9,321 miles)
- First flight2005
- Wingspan79.8 m (262 ft)
Airbus A380 specs
| Top speed | 945 km/h (587 mph) |
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| Cruising speed | Mach 0.85 (about 903 km/h) |
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| Range | 15,000 km (9,321 miles) |
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| Service ceiling | 13,100 m (42,979 ft) |
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| Length | 72.7 m (239 ft) |
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| Wingspan | 79.8 m (262 ft) |
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| Height | 24.1 m (79 ft) |
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| Max takeoff weight | 575 t (1,267,645 lb) |
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| Crew and capacity | 2 crew, 525 seats typical |
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| Engines | 4 × turbofan |
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| First flight | 2005 |
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| Entered service | 2007 |
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| Built by | Airbus (Europe) |
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Airbus A380 facts
- The largest passenger airliner ever built, with two full-length passenger decks.
- Production ended in 2021 after 251 were built.
Quick quiz
When did the Airbus A380 first fly?
In 2005.
Who built the Airbus A380?
Airbus, in Europe.
How fast can the Airbus A380 fly?
Its top speed is 945 km/h (587 mph).
How far can the Airbus A380 fly?
About 15,000 km (9,321 miles).
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