This is a list of large aircraft, including three types: fixed wing, rotary wing, and airships. The US Federal Aviation Administration defines a large aircraft as any aircraft with a certificated maximum takeoff weight (MTOW) of more than 12,500 lb (5,700 kg) [1]

2024年12月20日 · Ready for a journey through the realm of aviation giants? In this article, we’ll take a tour of the top 10 largest airplanes in the world. From colossal commercial carriers to massive military transporters, these airborne behemoths push the limits of engineering and human ingenuity.

2019年4月9日 · Taking all of these factors into consideration, we’ve compiled a list of 10 of the largest airplanes in the world. Empty weight: 226,796 kilograms. Length: 73 meters. Wingspan: 117 meters. First...

2024年4月26日 · Airbus A380: Largest capacity aircraft, mainly operated with 400-550 seats, facing struggles for most airlines. Boeing 747-8: Longer than A380, max capacity 605 passengers, a history of being the largest passenger aircraft since 1968. Boeing 777-9: Upcoming with a typical capacity of up to 426 passengers, expected to replace the 747.

2024年2月7日 · At the end of the day, this is the largest military transport aircraft in service anywhere on Earth, with a maximum payload capacity of 150 tons (300,000 pounds). Developed by Antonov in the 1980s, the An-124 was designed to be a heavy lifter on par with the American C-5 Galaxy. The massive jet sports 4 turbofan engines and has an MTOW of 402 tons.

2024年7月22日 · NASA uses the Super Guppy, while Boeing flies the huge 747 Dreamlifter. This list shows the 10 biggest airplanes in the world, not ranked by size but ranked by maximum takeoff weight. For each plane, we talk about what makes it special, its unique features, operational history, and significance in the aviation industry.

2024年10月14日 · Here are 19 of the largest aircraft in the world to grace the skies. Each of these planes gets a gold medal for something, from the biggest payload to the longest wingspan. Biggest Payload: 420,000 pounds. Highest Max Takeoff Weight: 1,410,958 pounds. World’s Longest Airplane: 275 feet, 7 inches.

2025年3月19日 · Explore the 20 Biggest Airplanes Ever Built! Discover these inspiring giants of aviation, each bigger than the other and claiming the title of “biggest” plane in the world in some way. The list spans 80+ years, showcasing milestones in aviation history from 1947 to 2026. Click on any link to learn more about your favorite colossal aircraft! 1.

With the help of the jet stream, one 787-8 was unofficially clocked at a scarcely-believable 1289km/h in 2019. Its clever wing design and state-of-the-art engines mean that is designed to …

This analysis explores the top 10 biggest airplanes in the world, highlighting their specifications, history, and contributions to aviation. 1. Antonov An-225 Mriya: The Colossal Cargo Carrier. The Antonov An-225 Mriya tops the list as the largest airplane ever built, with a maximum takeoff weight of 640 tonnes.