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Airbus A380 continues flying with powerful engine choices
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The Airbus A380, known for its double-decker cabin and ability to carry up to 853 passengers in an all-economy configuration, relies on two powerful engine options: the Engine Alliance GP7200 and the Rolls-Royce Trent 900.

The Engine Alliance GP7200 is a product of a joint venture between Pratt & Whitney and General Electric. Gaston Persano was appointed as President in July 2024, bringing experience from Ford Motor Company and Pratt & Whitney Commercial Engines. Persano remarked, “It’s an honor to join the experienced and talented EA team. The GP7200 will continue its track record of delivering reliable value for years to come – and I look forward to working with Airbus and our airline customers to support their A380 fleets.”

Originally designed for Boeing's future 747 models that never materialized, the GP7000 series was repurposed for the A380. The engine produces up to 74,735 lbf (332.44 kN) of thrust. Production began in 2004, with certification by the FAA following in 2006. It entered commercial service in 2007.

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Despite early popularity of Rolls-Royce's Trent 900 engines among airlines ordering A380s, Engine Alliance gained traction when Emirates ordered 55 GP-powered A380s. Currently, most operational A380s are powered by GP7200 engines.

Engine Alliance expanded its support network by opening new MRO facilities in Dubai and Singapore in 2016. Dean Athans emphasized this commitment: “Our commitment to Emirates has never been stronger."

Rolls-Royce developed the Trent 900 initially for Boeing's canceled projects but redirected it towards Airbus' A3XX program (later named A380). Certified by EASA in 2004, it can produce up to 84,000 lbf (374 kN) of thrust.

In November 2010, Qantas Flight QF32 suffered an uncontained engine failure shortly after takeoff from Singapore Changi Airport but landed safely without injuries or fatalities.

As of February 2025, there are still significant numbers of A380s operated worldwide despite some carriers ceasing operations due to market shifts favoring smaller aircraft like the Boeing 787 or Airbus A321XLR.

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