Airbus A380-800
Airbus · A388
The double-decker superjumbo. Emirates operates the largest fleet. Production ended in 2021 but it remains a crowd favorite.
A four-engine jet in the super category that cruises at Mach 0.85. Requires about 18.2k ft of field length for takeoff. Generates maximum wake turbulence, requiring extra spacing for all following traffic.
4x JetSuperRECAT AFL430 ceilingILS capable
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Engines | 4 x Jet |
| Weight class | Super (J) |
| RECAT-EU category | A (Super heavy) |
| Service ceiling | 43,000 ft (FL430) |
| Max climb rate | 2,500 fpm |
| Max descent rate | 3,000 fpm |
Speed envelope
Speeds are approximate true airspeed (TAS). At cruise altitude, the Mach number is the governing limit where shown.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Minimum speed | 125 kts |
| Landing speed | 135 kts |
| Cruise speed | M0.85 (~560 kts TAS) |
| Maximum speed | M0.89 (~595 kts TAS) |
Runway requirements
Field lengths used in the simulation for takeoff/landing calculations.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Takeoff field length | 18,228 ft / 3.00 nm / 5,556 m |
| Landing field length | 18,228 ft / 3.00 nm / 5,556 m |
Equipment
| Capability | Status |
|---|---|
| ILS approaches | Yes |
| Fix navigation | Yes |
| SRS category | 3 |
| LAHSO category | 10 |
Where you'll see it
The Airbus A380-800 flies with Lufthansa, British Airways, and Emirates among others. You'll encounter it regularly in Frankfurt, London, Dubai, Doha airspace.