Emirates Airbus A380 “Official Partner of the NBA” Die-Cast Model

The Airbus A380 will always have a place in the mind of every aviation enthusiast, as it defied gravity to become the largest passenger airline of all time. 

Representing their partnership with the National Basketball Association, Emirates’ “NBA Edition” A380 is painted in a brilliant blue on the fuselage, with the traditional flag at the tail. Brightly painted across the full 239ft fuselage and 261ft wingspan, the A380 retains the only full-length double decker aircraft in the world. Designed in wide-body configuration with two aisles across both levels, it can carry nearly 900 passengers on transatlantic journeys. Ordered by dozens of airlines around the world, it has transformed what many thought would be future air travel, with more than 250 units manufactured. 

Stunning and precisely detailed, this model features:

• An authentic paint scheme, printed decals, and formation lights
• Precisely engraved panel lines and miniature antennas
• Deployed or retracted landing gear with rolling wheels and metal display stand to show the model in flight
• Measures 15”l with a 16” wingspan at 1:200 scale
• Made to commemorate Emirates Airways
• Highly collectable and officially licensed model

History and Specifications:
Carrying up to 853 passengers across two levels, the first Airbus A380s saw delivery in October of 2007 to Singapore Airlines. Boasting up to 9,200 miles of range, this mammoth airliner features four Rolls Royce Trent 970 engines, creating a combined 312,000+ lbs of thrust on takeoff. Reaching 43,000ft of altitude and top speeds over 560mph, it can weigh up to 1.2-million-pounds fully loaded. Though times have changed, favoring lightweight and efficient aircraft, the A380 remains in service with a select few operators, such as Emirates, British Airways, and Quantas to fill the international routes. One of the most highly celebrated aircraft, it remains the largest operational passenger aircraft.