Why The Airbus A380 Has Such A Slow Climb Rate

The Airbus A380 is the largest commercial aircraft ever built with a maximum takeoff weight (MTOW) of 575,000 kg (1,268,000 lbs). Powered by four Rolls-Royce Trent 900 or Engine Alliance GP7200 engines, the double-decker quadjet is also the world’s highest capacity passenger plane, typically seating around 525 passengers across three cabin classes (although it is certified for a maximum of 853!).