How the powerful jet blast of a Airbus A380 compares to that of a Boeing 747 in striking video
Published on Dec 18, 2025 at 6:20 AM (UTC+4)
by Alessandro Renesis
Last updated on Dec 18, 2025 at 9:40 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Ben Thompson
The Airbus A380 and the Boeing 747 are two massive planes with jet blasts that are so powerful it’s almost shocking, and it certainly makes for an impressive sight.
The amount of thrust they generate at takeoff is incredible.
But then again they need a lot of thrust, because that’s what you need in order to move 500 tons, which is what these planes weigh.
Check it out in the amazing video above, courtesy of TopFelya.
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