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Airbus A380 manages impressive crosswind take-off in stormy conditions

Published on Sep 29, 2025 at 12:16 AM (UTC+4)
by Keelin McNamara

Last updated on Sep 29, 2025 at 12:15 AM (UTC+4)
Edited by Kate Bain

Have you ever seen an Airbus A380 perform a crosswind take-off in stormy conditions?

Well, you’re about to – and it is as mind-boggling as it sounds.

The video in question comes to us from the Topfelya YouTube channel and shows an Emirates A380 preparing for take-off at Birmingham Airport.

The video shows one of the most impressive take-off feats you will ever see.

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