know Universe on Instagram: "Airbus A380 is the largest passenger aircraft in the world with four engines and a maximum takeoff weight of about 575 tons. Airbus A320 is a narrow body twin engine jet with a maximum takeoff weight of about 93 tons. The A380 needs a longer runway and higher thrust for takeoff compared to the A320. At Birmingham Airport you see the difference in acceleration, noise, and runway distance when both aircraft depart. This shows how aircraft size and engine power affect t