The Airbus a380 is the largest and most environmentally advanced commercial aircraft in the skies! The Emirates double-deckeer seats up to 517 passengers and is the flagship of the fleet. Since its maiden voyage to new York in August of 2008, Emirates - the largest a380 operator - has ex[anded its network to additional destinations. The model is approximately 6 inches in length and has a 6.5 inch wingspan.