The Emirates Airliner is a charming piece of LEGO aviation history.
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The Emirates Airliner is a charming piece of LEGO aviation history. Released in 1989 under the Airlines theme, this set captures the essence of classic LEGO design with its simple yet effective build and iconic color scheme, offering a nostalgic trip for long-time LEGO fans and aviation enthusiasts alike.
This set is perfect for vintage LEGO collectors and those seeking a straightforward building experience. With its modest piece count, it provides a quick and satisfying build, making it an ideal addition to any collection focusing on classic LEGO themes and designs. Its display appeal is high, especially for those who appreciate the retro aesthetic.
Skip this if you're looking for complex building techniques or highly detailed modern designs. This set’s simplicity may not appeal to builders accustomed to the intricate details of contemporary LEGO sets. Instead, consider more modern airliner sets like the LEGO City Passenger Airplane 60262 for a more detailed build.
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LEGO counts 136 pieces. This inventory comes from a separate parts catalog and lists 139, including the 8 parts inside the minifigures; the two do not always count the same elements, so their totals differ. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.
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Plate 2 x 2
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Plate 1 x 8
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Plate 1 x 3
![Brick Sloped Inverted 45° 2 x 2 [Ovoid Bottom Pin, Bar-sized Stud Holes]](https://cdn.rebrickable.com/media/parts/elements/366001.jpg)
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Plate 1 x 6
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Plate 1 x 4
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Seat / Chair 2 x 2
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Plate 2 x 16
Bag / Briefcase
Plate 1 x 10
Wheel 8 x 6
Hinge Tile 1 x 4
Brick Sloped Inve...
![Brick Wedged, Sloped Inverted 4 x 4 Triple [2 Connections between Front Studs]](https://cdn.rebrickable.com/media/parts/elements/485501.jpg)
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![Panel 1 x 2 x 2 [Solid Studs]](https://cdn.rebrickable.com/media/parts/elements/4113016.jpg)
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![Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [Square Corners]](https://cdn.rebrickable.com/media/parts/elements/486501.jpg)
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![Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [Square Corners]](https://cdn.rebrickable.com/media/parts/ldraw/4/4865a.png)
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Tail Wedge
![Engine Smooth Large, Cone Back [1 x 2 Thin Top Plate]](https://cdn.rebrickable.com/media/parts/ldraw/15/4868a.png)
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Based on available YouTube data, the focus is mainly on custom-built Emirates Airbus A380 models and vintage LEGO sets from the 1970s, rather than the Emirates Airliner (1973-1) specifically. Reviews showcase massive builds, like Adam Savage's Tested feature on a 40,000+ brick Airbus A380, and BigPlanes' custom A380 MOC, but there is no clear consensus or sentiment regarding the 1973 set.
Adam Savage's Tested highlights Jack Carleson's Airbus A380, focusing on the scale and complexity of the build. BigPlanes provides a tour of their custom LEGO Emirates Airbus A380 MOC, emphasizing the absence of instructions and the sheer size of the model.
Inventory Statistics
LEGO counts 136 pieces. This inventory comes from a separate parts catalog and lists 139, including the 8 parts inside the minifigures; the two do not always count the same elements, so their totals differ. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.
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