
The Beluga XL can take two A350 XWB wings, one more than the original Beluga. Currently, the largest planes offered by the two leading manufacturers are the Airbus A350-1000 and the upcoming 777-9, which both seat just over 400 people in a standard configuration. The Airbus A380-800 is the world's largest passenger aircraft with a maximum capacity of 853. Based on the existing A330-200F design, it is one of the largest airplanes ever built, with a cargo volume of 2,209 cubic meters the world’s largest. Six of the world's largest passenger aircraft are made by European manufacturer Airbus. Its advanced aerodynamics help reduce drag for improved fuel burn and efficiency. The Beluga XL is Airbus’s latest iteration of their successful oversize freight aircraft. This record-breaking plane has the longest wingspan of 235 ft - quickly making it one of the largest aircrafts in operation today. It has a maximum takeoff weight of 977,000 lb and can reach speeds of 600 mph. The fifth and last on our list is the Boeing 777X-9 aircraft, which has a whopping 414-passenger capacity. A passenger on a private plane was forced to land the aircraft without any flying experience after the pilot suffered a medical emergency. It'sIt's powered by two engines delivering 99,000 hp with maximum takeoff weight of 824,600 lb and cruise speed of up to 570 mph. This fuel-efficient aircraft has a wingspan of 212 ft and is 250ft long - slightly longer than the 777-300ER. With maximum takeoff weight of 775,000 lb and powered by two engines producing a total of 97,000 hp, this aircraft can reach speeds of up to 550 mph.Īirbus A350-1000 - 366 passenger capacityĪirbus A350-1000 holds the fourth spot on our list, with a maximum capacity of 366 passengers. It is 234 ft long and has a wingspan of 212 ft. It first flew on April 27, 2005, and made its first commercial flight on October 25, 2007. The Boeing 777-300ER has 396 passenger capacity, making it the world's third-largest commercial plane. The Airbus A380 is the worlds largest passenger airplane. The airplane's unparalleled fuel efficiency and range flexibility enables carriers to profitably open new routes as well as optimize. This makes it the second-largest commercial passenger plane in the world.īoeing 777-300ER - 396 passenger capacity The industry-leading technology of the 787 Dreamliner is creating remarkable opportunities for airlines around the world and dramatically improving the air travel experience. Powered by four engines producing a total of 134,300 hp, this incredible aircraft can reach speeds of up to 514 mph and has a maximum takeoff weight of 975,000 lb. It can hold 524 passengers and is 242 ft long with an extended wingspan of 224 ft. The Boeing 747-8 is a double-decker jumbo passenger plane.

The engine power produced by the four engines is equivalent to a total of 180,000 horsepower, and it can reach speeds of up to 575 mph.

It has a maximum takeoff weight of 1,234,000 lb, a wingspan of 262 ft, and a length of just over 239 ft. The Airbus A380 is the world's largest commercial plane and can hold up to 555 passengers. The top 5 largest commercial passenger aircraft are soaring through the skies today.

Hop on board as we explore some giant passenger planes in the world! From seating capacity to wingspan, these behemoths of the sky amaze and awe with their sheer size.
