https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/airbus a380/ Airbus A380 News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T12:31:33+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-brings-its-flagship-a350-to-sydney-with-private-business-suites-feat/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-brings-its-flagship-a350-to-sydney-with-private-business-suites-feat/ Etihad Airways is set to elevate its Sydney to Abu Dhabi service with the introduction of the Airbus A350-1000, bringing enhanced comfort, more premium seating and innovation to its important Australian route. Beginning 1 October 2025, the A350 will join the Sydney schedule on select flights, complementing the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner currently serving the route, with both aircraft offering the latest Business Suites. From 31 January 2026, Etihad will fully transition its 10 weekly Sydney services to A350 operations, offering guests a next-generation travel experience, and Melbourne will be served daily by Etihad’s latest 787-9 aircraft featuring Business Suites and increased premium capacity. Mon, 02 Jun 2025 10:23:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/happy-20th-anniversary-a380/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/happy-20th-anniversary-a380/ It’s twenty years since the A380’s maiden flight. Behind the aircraft’s enduring appeal lies a catalogue of innovation that continues to influence airliner design. 2025 marks the 20th anniversary of the A380’s maiden flight, on 27 April 2005. The remarkable aircraft embodies Airbus’ pioneering spirit, introducing new technologies and designs that have helped Airbus to become a leading player in commercial aviation. Mon, 05 May 2025 07:05:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/o-canada-here-comes-etihads-eh-380/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/o-canada-here-comes-etihads-eh-380/ Etihad Airways is excited to announce that its legendary A380 will serve the Abu Dhabi – Toronto route in time for Summer 2025. The famous double-decker will start flying between Zayed Abu Dhabi International (AUH) and Toronto Pearson International (YYZ) on 24 June 2025, perfectly timed for the busy summer travel period and key corporate market. It means the world’s only three-room suite in the sky, serving up the legendary flying experience, is on the way to the land of the maple leaf. Fri, 28 Feb 2025 07:45:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-airways-first-flagship-airbus-a380-arrives-in-singapore/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-airways-first-flagship-airbus-a380-arrives-in-singapore/ Etihad Airways’ popular A380 made a stylish debut at Singapore Changi Airport on Sunday, 2 February, marking the first time the airline has flown its Big Bird to Singapore. The milestone further enhances the travel experience between the UAE and the Asian powerhouse. Tue, 04 Feb 2025 09:32:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-extends-a380-service-to-bangkok/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-extends-a380-service-to-bangkok/ Lufthansa, Germany’s flagship carrier and largest airline, is pleased to announce the extension of its Airbus A380 service from Bangkok to Munich for the peak Songkran holiday season. In response to growing demand during this key travel period, Lufthansa will operate its flagship aircraft on this route, offering passengers a luxurious and comfortable flying experience between the two major cities. Mon, 03 Feb 2025 07:28:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-iconic-a380-is-back-in-copenhagen/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-iconic-a380-is-back-in-copenhagen/ Emirates’ Airbus A380, the world’s largest passenger aircraft, has touched down in Copenhagen for the first time since March 2020. Emirates is currently the only international airline to operate the A380 to Denmark. The A380 touched down just in time to celebrate the airport’s jubilee, marking 100 years of operational excellence. Sun, 05 Jan 2025 06:16:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-to-showcase-its-iconic-airbus-a380-at-the-bahrain-international-ai/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-to-showcase-its-iconic-airbus-a380-at-the-bahrain-international-ai/ Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, will be participating in the 7th edition of the Bahrain International Airshow (BIAS) 2024, set to take place from 13 to 15 November at the Sakhir Airbase in Manama. The airline will display its retrofitted four-class Airbus A380, featuring its new livery and latest cabin interiors. This will give visitors a glimpse of Emirates’ latest onboard experience, which includes spacious cabins, its iconic Onboard Lounge, Shower Spa, refreshed cabins including Premium Economy and a host of other signature products. Mon, 11 Nov 2024 07:12:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-airways-flagship-airbus-a380-makes-grand-return-to-paris/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-airways-flagship-airbus-a380-makes-grand-return-to-paris/ Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, today welcomed the return of its iconic A380 aircraft to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, enhancing the travel experience between the two capitals. The world’s largest passenger aircraft, measuring 73 metres in length and 24 metres in height, the Airbus A380 marks its return to the Paris route with Etihad’s most celebrated inflight features, including The Residence - the world’s only three-room suite in the sky. The upper deck features The Lobby, an exclusive lounge area for First and Business class guests. Mon, 04 Nov 2024 07:39:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-celebrates-south-africa-with-spectacular-first-ever-a380-flypast/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-celebrates-south-africa-with-spectacular-first-ever-a380-flypast/ Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, takes to the skies to celebrate its longstanding and ongoing commitment to South Africa, with the country’s first ever A380 flypast. Running up the score, the remarkable low-level aerial showcase also marks Emirates’ first ever flypast in Africa and the first international airline to execute such a feat in South Africa. Mon, 02 Sep 2024 07:14:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-boosts-network-across-asia-iconic-a380-heads-east-to-singapore-and-t/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-boosts-network-across-asia-iconic-a380-heads-east-to-singapore-and-t/ Yesterday marked Singapore National Day and Etihad Airways was delighted to announce it will start flying its A380 double-decker to Singapore (SIN) from 1 February, 2025. The Asian-Pacific powerhouse becomes the fourth major city to enjoy the Etihad A380 experience in addition to London and New York, as well as Paris which will be served by the A380 from 1 November. Sat, 10 Aug 2024 06:14:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-flies-its-a380-to-washington-d.c.-for-the-first-time/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-flies-its-a380-to-washington-d.c.-for-the-first-time/ Yesterday, Lufthansa brought its beloved Airbus A380, for the very first time, to Washington Dulles International Airport. With its debut in the nation’s capital, Lufthansa’s A380 sharply increases its capacity this summer season to this region with one of the world’s most technologically advanced and largest aircraft. Sun, 02 Jun 2024 05:59:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-to-retrofit-an-additional-71-a380s-and-b777s/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-to-retrofit-an-additional-71-a380s-and-b777s/ Emirates has today unveiled that it will be completely refurbishing another 43 A380s and 28 Boeing 777 aircraft, expanding its retrofit programme to 191 aircraft. The original plan called for 120 aircraft - 67 A380s and 53 777s to undergo full refurbishment. The Boeing 777 remains the backbone of the Emirates fleet, and the A380 is the airline’s flagship customer favourite, and the expansion of the refurbishment programme ensures Emirates continues to provide customers with an unparalleled travel experience. Tue, 07 May 2024 06:30:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihads-a380-to-say-bonjour-to-paris/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihads-a380-to-say-bonjour-to-paris/ Etihad Airways is delighted to announce it will start flying its A380 double-decker to Paris, CDG from 1 November, 2024. The French capital becomes the third major city to enjoy the Etihad A380 experience after London and New York. Thu, 25 Apr 2024 06:35:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-a380-returns-to-vienna/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-a380-returns-to-vienna/ Emirates is welcoming the new year in Austria with great news: From 21 February until the end of the winter flight schedule (30 March 2024), the flights EK127 and EK 128 which are currently operated by a Boeing 777-300ER aircraft will be upgraded to a three-class A380 aircraft, boosting capacity and adding more options for travellers to and from Vienna. Tue, 09 Jan 2024 11:21:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-invests-heavily-in-a380-fleet-to-ensure-decades-of-premium-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-invests-heavily-in-a380-fleet-to-ensure-decades-of-premium-travel/ Emirates has made substantial investments in its A380 fleet, securing deals for maintenance, cabin upgrades, and other enhancements at the Dubai Airshow 2023. These investments demonstrate Emirates’ commitment to providing passengers with a world-class travel experience aboard its iconic A380 aircraft well into the next decade. Sat, 18 Nov 2023 07:43:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/singapore-airlines-to-boost-services-across-network-in-2024-northern-summer/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/singapore-airlines-to-boost-services-across-network-in-2024-northern-summer/ Singapore Airlines (SIA) will ramp up services to destinations across its network during the Northern Summer 2024 operating season (31 March 2024 to 26 October 2024), supporting the strong demand for air travel to its key markets. Tue, 08 Aug 2023 08:20:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-celebrates-20-years-of-flying-to-new-zealand-showcasing-strong-mar/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-celebrates-20-years-of-flying-to-new-zealand-showcasing-strong-mar/ Emirates has carried over 16 million passengers on 49,000 services between Dubai and New Zealand since 2003 Sat, 05 Aug 2023 07:27:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-engineering-delivers-a380-to-etihad-airways-for-return-to-service/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-engineering-delivers-a380-to-etihad-airways-for-return-to-service/ Etihad Engineering has completed a six-year heavy maintenance check on the first in a series of Airbus A380 aircraft. Sun, 23 Jul 2023 05:56:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/christchurch-welcomes-back-emirates-a380/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/christchurch-welcomes-back-emirates-a380/ New Zealand becomes first country to exclusively carry Emirates’ four cabin A380. Restored daily connection from Christchurch to Dubai via Sydney welcomed by water cannon salute Tue, 28 Mar 2023 07:30:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-brings-back-airbus-a380-for-premium-flights-to-the-us-from-munich/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-brings-back-airbus-a380-for-premium-flights-to-the-us-from-munich/ From June 1, Lufthansa will resume its regular flight operations with the popular Airbus A380 after a three-year interruption. Daily flights from Munich to Boston will be operated by LH424. Sun, 26 Mar 2023 06:03:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-expands-its-a380-network/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-expands-its-a380-network/ Emirates has announced it will scale up its A380 operations with the iconic double-decker returning to Glasgow (26 March 2023), Nice (1 June 2023) and Birmingham (1 July 2023). Sat, 14 Jan 2023 08:48:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-to-offer-high-speed-global-inflight-broadband-on-50-new-a350s/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-to-offer-high-speed-global-inflight-broadband-on-50-new-a350s/ Emirates will offer passengers yet another opportunity to ‘fly better’, with new high-speed, inflight broadband powered by Inmarsat’s GX Aviation, onboard 50 new Airbus A350 aircraft – scheduled to enter service in 2024. Fri, 13 Jan 2023 09:09:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-retrofitted-emirates-a380-enters-service/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-retrofitted-emirates-a380-enters-service/ The first Emirates A380 to be completely refurbished under the airline’s US$ 2 billion retrofit program has been deployed today on the Dubai-London Heathrow service, operating as EK003. Sat, 07 Jan 2023 09:22:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-a380-touches-down-in-new-zealand/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-a380-touches-down-in-new-zealand/ Emirates’ flagship A380 made a landmark touchdown at Auckland Airport. This is first time the Emirates double-decker has landed in Auckland since February 2020, demonstrating increasing travel demand in and out of New Zealand. Mon, 05 Dec 2022 08:11:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbus-completes-a380-sustainable-aviation-fuel-flight/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbus-completes-a380-sustainable-aviation-fuel-flight/ Airbus has performed a first A380 flight powered by 100 per cent sustainable aviation fuel. Airbus’ A380 test aircraft MSN 1 took off from Blagnac Airport in Toulouse earlier. Tue, 29 Mar 2022 09:58:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-receives-final-a380-from-airbus/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-receives-final-a380-from-airbus/ Emirates has received delivery of its 123rd and final Airbus A380. The aircraft, registered as A6-EVS, marks another milestone in the airline’s steadfast 21-year commitment to the programme. Fri, 17 Dec 2021 09:32:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-returns-airbus-a380-to-service/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-returns-airbus-a380-to-service/ A Qatar Airways Airbus A380 took to the skies for the first time in more than 18 months earlier, positioning the aircraft from Doha International Airport to Hamad International Airport. Fri, 05 Nov 2021 01:03:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbus-a380-leads-widespread-british-airways-return/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbus-a380-leads-widespread-british-airways-return/ British Airways is set to welcome back its first A380 aircraft next month and operate its biggest schedule since March 2020. The carrier will be offering additional services to cities across the globe. Thu, 07 Oct 2021 04:16:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/end-of-the-runway-for-airbus-a380-as-emirates-prepares-for-final-delivery/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/end-of-the-runway-for-airbus-a380-as-emirates-prepares-for-final-delivery/ Emirates will receive three more A380 aircraft from Airbus this year with its last unit on order scheduled to join its fleet in November, bringing forward the original delivery timeline from June. Wed, 01 Sep 2021 09:48:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbus-a380-struggles-as-covid-19-hits-aviation/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbus-a380-struggles-as-covid-19-hits-aviation/ New data from Cirium has revealed that of the 240 Airbus A380 planes currently with airlines around the world, just 21 are in service. Nearly all are being used by Emirates in Dubai. Wed, 17 Mar 2021 09:36:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-returns-to-toronto-with-a380-service/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-returns-to-toronto-with-a380-service/ With safety as a priority, Emirates is gradually expanding its passenger services to 70 cities in August, returning to over 50 per cent of its pre-pandemic destination network. Fri, 07 Aug 2020 05:31:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-decommissions-a380s-in-company-wide-overhaul/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-decommissions-a380s-in-company-wide-overhaul/ According to an assessment from the German flag-carrier, it will take several months until the global travel restrictions are completely lifted and years until the worldwide demand for air travel returns to pre-crisis levels. Wed, 08 Apr 2020 09:35:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flynas-welcomes-airbus-a380-to-fleet-as-hajj-begins/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flynas-welcomes-airbus-a380-to-fleet-as-hajj-begins/ Flynas has temporarily welcome the Airbus A380 to its fleet as it begins to welcome Hajj pilgrims to Saudi Arabia. The low-cost carrier thus becomes the first airline from the country to fly the largest passenger plane in the world. Mon, 29 Jul 2019 07:46:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbus-welcomes-huge-chinese-order-as-president-xi-visits-france/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbus-welcomes-huge-chinese-order-as-president-xi-visits-france/ Airbus and China Aviation Supplies Holding Company have signed a general terms agreement covering the purchase by Chinese airlines of a total of 300 Airbus aircraft. Tue, 26 Mar 2019 08:43:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/all-nippon-airways-takes-delivery-of-first-a380/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/all-nippon-airways-takes-delivery-of-first-a380/ All Nippon Airways has taken delivery of its first A380 at a ceremony in Toulouse. The Japanese carrier becomes the 15th operator of the world’s largest passenger aircraft.  Thu, 21 Mar 2019 09:21:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbus-to-cease-production-of-a380-in-2021/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbus-to-cease-production-of-a380-in-2021/ European plane manufacturer Airbus has taken the “painful” decision to cease deliveries of the A380 in 2021. The aircraft has struggled to compete with more efficient, smaller models in recent years. Thu, 14 Feb 2019 10:14:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-airways-to-bring-airbus-a380-to-seoul-south-korea-route/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-airways-to-bring-airbus-a380-to-seoul-south-korea-route/ The South Korean capital’s Incheon airport now joins London Heathrow, Paris Charles de Gaulle, New York JFK and Sydney as a destination served by the airline’s flag-ship aircraft. Mon, 11 Feb 2019 08:25:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-all-nippon-airways-a380-prepares-for-take-off/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-all-nippon-airways-a380-prepares-for-take-off/ All Nippon Airways has seen its first Airbus A380 roll out of the Airbus Paintshop in Hamburg, Germany. The new plane is Japan’s first Airbus A380 and sports a Hawaiian green sea turtle, known as Honu in the Hawaiian language, which symbolises good luck and prosperity. Thu, 13 Dec 2018 12:16:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-unveils-new-livery-as-a380-touches-down-in-miami/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-unveils-new-livery-as-a380-touches-down-in-miami/ Lufthansa’s flagship aircraft, the Airbus A380, has landed in the US for the first time in the new livery. The landing of the newly painted aircraft marks the festive conclusion of the anniversary year of the crane’s 100th birthday (Lufthansa’s company logo and brand symbol). Thu, 13 Dec 2018 07:39:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-brings-a380-service-to-hamburg-and-osaka/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-brings-a380-service-to-hamburg-and-osaka/ Emirates has expanded the network of destinations served by its flagship A380 aircraft with the launch of new scheduled A380 services to Hamburg and Osaka this week. Wed, 31 Oct 2018 08:40:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-nippon-airways-airbus-a380-rolls-off-assembly-line/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-nippon-airways-airbus-a380-rolls-off-assembly-line/ The first A380 for All Nippon Airways has rolled out of the Airbus final assembly line in Toulouse. The aircraft has now been moved to an outside station where various ground tests will be undertaken in preparation for first flight in the coming weeks.  Thu, 30 Aug 2018 14:13:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/ten-years-in-the-sky-for-emirates-a380/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/ten-years-in-the-sky-for-emirates-a380/ Since its first flight to New York from Dubai on August 1st, 2008, the Emirates A380 has carried more than 105 million passengers, clocking in more than 1.5 billion kilometres on 115,000 flights, equivalent to 39,000 trips around the globe. Wed, 01 Aug 2018 08:20:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-celebrates-decade-of-service-for-airbus-a380/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-celebrates-decade-of-service-for-airbus-a380/ Since its first flight to New York from Dubai on August 1st, 2008, the Emirates A380 has carried more than 105 million passengers, clocking in more than 1.5 billion kilometres on 115,000 flights, equivalent to 39,000 trips around the globe. Wed, 01 Aug 2018 06:45:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-all-nippon-airways-a380-rolls-off-assembly-line-in-france/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-all-nippon-airways-a380-rolls-off-assembly-line-in-france/ Following the start of final assembly work in April, All Nippon Airways’ first A380 has completed airframe assembly and today made its debut in Toulouse. Fri, 25 May 2018 08:15:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbus-unveils-a380-cabin-flex-as-it-seeks-to-boost-sales/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbus-unveils-a380-cabin-flex-as-it-seeks-to-boost-sales/ As part of the efficiency-boosting A380 cabin enablers, Airbus has developed a new option: A380 Cabin-Flex. Wed, 11 Apr 2018 13:30:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbus-begins-construction-of-first-all-nippon-airways-a380-in-france/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbus-begins-construction-of-first-all-nippon-airways-a380-in-france/ The main sections of the first A380 for Japan’s All Nippon Airways have arrived at the Airbus final assembly line in Toulouse via a special convoy. They arrived with six subassemblies - the nose, central and aft fuselage sections, the tailplane, and the two wings. Tue, 20 Mar 2018 08:12:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/slowing-production-puts-jobs-at-risk-at-airbus/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/slowing-production-puts-jobs-at-risk-at-airbus/ Following the previously announced changes to the A380 and A400M delivery plans, Airbus has confirmed the formal adjustment of production rates for the programmes. Mon, 12 Mar 2018 09:48:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-finalises-20-a380-order-with-airbus/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-finalises-20-a380-order-with-airbus/ Emirates and Airbus have firmed up an earlier memorandum of understanding and signed a contract for the 20 additional A380s with a further 16 options to be confirmed at a later date. Mon, 12 Feb 2018 11:55:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbus-launches-new-iflya380-app-to-travellers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbus-launches-new-iflya380-app-to-travellers/ Airbus has launched a new iflyA380 iOS app that takes advantage of Apple’s latest technology, to open the doors of its iconic A380 aircraft to more passengers worldwide. Thu, 25 Jan 2018 08:55:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-ensures-airbus-a380-survival-with-36-plane-order/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-ensures-airbus-a380-survival-with-36-plane-order/ Dubai-based Emirates Airline has signed a memorandum of understanding to acquire up to 36 additional A380 aircraft. The agreement was signed this morning at the airline’s headquarters in Dubai by Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, chief executive, Emirates Airline, and John Leahy, chief operating officer, customers, Airbus Commercial Aircraft. Thu, 18 Jan 2018 10:23:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rare-bright-spot-for-airbus-a380-as-singapore-airlines-welcomes-latest-plan/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rare-bright-spot-for-airbus-a380-as-singapore-airlines-welcomes-latest-plan/ Singapore Airlines has taken delivery of the first of five new A380 aircraft scheduled to join the carrier’s fleet over the coming year, at a special ceremony hosted by Airbus in Toulouse. Thu, 14 Dec 2017 09:51:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/singapore-airlines-selects-airbus-to-overhaul-a380-fleet/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/singapore-airlines-selects-airbus-to-overhaul-a380-fleet/ Airbus has been selected by Singapore Airlines to provide cabin retrofit services for 14 A380 aircraft currently in service with the carrier. The retrofit programme, which will be undertaken at SIA Engineering Company in Singapore, will see the airline’s recently launched cabin products installed on the aircraft. Mon, 20 Nov 2017 10:20:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/emirates-prepares-to-receive-milestone-airbus-a380/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/emirates-prepares-to-receive-milestone-airbus-a380/ Emirates is set to receive its milestone 100th A380 aircraft on November 3rd. Over 80 million passengers have flown on the superjumbo in the nine years since it first joined Emirates’ modern fleet. Fri, 20 Oct 2017 08:40:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qantas-to-increase-premium-seating-on-airbus-a380s/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qantas-to-increase-premium-seating-on-airbus-a380s/ Qantas has reached an agreement with Airbus to upgrade its 12 flagship A380 cabins to further improve passenger comfort on long-haul operations while maximising economics. In particular, the new interior takes advantage of the A380’s large floor area to most efficiently embody Qantas’ latest seat products for business class and premium economy. Fri, 08 Sep 2017 08:29:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/paris-air-show-2017-airbus-unveils-plans-for-a380plus/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/paris-air-show-2017-airbus-unveils-plans-for-a380plus/ Airbus is presenting a development study for an enhanced A380, to be known as the A380plus. The study includes aerodynamic improvements in particular new, large winglets and other wing refinements that allow for up to four per cent fuel burn savings. Mon, 19 Jun 2017 06:38:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-airways-goes-double-daily-with-a380-on-new-york-jfk-route/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-airways-goes-double-daily-with-a380-on-new-york-jfk-route/ Etihad Airways has introduced its flagship Airbus A380 aircraft on its second daily service between the UAE capital and New York JFK. All 14 weekly flights between the two cities are now operated by the double-decker aircraft. Thu, 01 Jun 2017 12:42:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-takes-delivery-of-final-airbus-a380/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-takes-delivery-of-final-airbus-a380/ Etihad Airways has taken delivery of its tenth and final Airbus A380. Employees from Etihad Airways and Airbus gathered at the European plane-maker’s Hamburg Finkenwerder plant in Germany, where the aircraft was officially handed over to the UAE national airline before commencing its delivery flight to Abu Dhabi. Thu, 25 May 2017 15:33:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-airways-to-launch-a380-flights-to-paris/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-airways-to-launch-a380-flights-to-paris/ Etihad Airways is set to deploy its Airbus A380 aircraft on the Abu Dhabi-Paris route. The superjumbo will operate from July on one of the carrier’s twice-daily services from the UAE to the capital of France. Sun, 21 May 2017 11:21:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-goes-all-a380-on-melbourne-route/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-goes-all-a380-on-melbourne-route/ Emirates will provide an all-A380 service from Melbourne when it upgrades its third daily flight from the Australian city, EK408 and EK409, from a Boeing 777-300ER to an A380 operation. The move will add 945 seats per week to the Australian city from March 2018, representing a ten per cent increase in capacity. Wed, 03 May 2017 08:43:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-goes-double-daily-on-a380-sydney-route/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-goes-double-daily-on-a380-sydney-route/ Etihad Airways has announced all 14 weekly flights on the popular Abu Dhabi-Sydney route will be operated with its flagship A380 aircraft, effective October 29th. The current daily A380 Sydney flights will be joined by a second daily superjumbo service, upgraded from a 328-seat Boeing 777-300ER. Thu, 27 Apr 2017 07:36:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-adds-three-a380-destinations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-adds-three-a380-destinations/ Emirates is launching three A380 destinations, bringing its flagship three-class double-decker aircraft from Dubai to Tokyo- Narita, Casablanca and Sao Paulo. Sat, 01 Apr 2017 09:55:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-launches-new-a380-service-to-nice-france/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-launches-new-a380-service-to-nice-france/ Emirates has announced the launch of a daily A380 service to Nice, gateway to the French Riviera and Provence. The daily A380 service will start on July 1st just in time for the beginning of the summer holiday season. Mon, 27 Mar 2017 08:42:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dubai-world-central-welcomes-first-a380-flight/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dubai-world-central-welcomes-first-a380-flight/ Dubai World Central reached a new milestone earlier when it welcomed its first scheduled A380 passenger flight – Korean Air’s flight KE9951 from Incheon International Airport in South Korea. Tue, 14 Mar 2017 09:46:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-to-reveal-new-on-board-lounge-for-airbus-a380-at-itb-berlin/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-to-reveal-new-on-board-lounge-for-airbus-a380-at-itb-berlin/ Emirates will launch a series of new cabin products and enhancements in 2017 for both its A380 and Boeing 777 fleet. The multi-million dollar cabin interiors upgrade programme includes an enhanced on-board Lounge for its flagship Airbus A380 aircraft. Wed, 08 Mar 2017 02:58:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fresh-doubts-over-airbus-a380-with-emirates-deliveries-delayed/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fresh-doubts-over-airbus-a380-with-emirates-deliveries-delayed/ Fresh doubt has been cast over the future of the Airbus A380, with 12 aircraft deliveries postponed. Six Emirates aircraft deliveries will now be postponed from 2017 to 2018 and six others from 2018 to 2019. Tue, 03 Jan 2017 11:01:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-launches-shortest-a380-route-to-doha/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-launches-shortest-a380-route-to-doha/ Emirates has launched the world’s shortest scheduled A380 service, flying a distance of 379 kilometres with a total travel time of one hour and 20 minutes from Dubai to Doha, and one hour ten minutes on the return journey. Outbound flight EK 841 departs Dubai at 07:45, arriving in Doha at 08:05. The return flight, EK 842, departs Doha at 09:50, arriving in Dubai at 12:00. Wed, 07 Dec 2016 09:39:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-launches-newly-configured-a380-and-boeing-777/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-launches-newly-configured-a380-and-boeing-777/ Emirates has begun taking delivery of its new generation Airbus A380 and Boeing 777-300ER aircraft. The first of the new generation A380s was delivered this month as Emirates’ 85th A380. The first of its new generation Boeing 777-300ER aircraft is expected to be delivered later this month and will feature upgraded Business Class seats amongst other features. Sat, 19 Nov 2016 09:25:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-moves-to-all-airbus-a380-and-boeing-777-fleet/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-moves-to-all-airbus-a380-and-boeing-777-fleet/ In line with its vision to offer a superior passenger experience and improve environmental performance through a modern and state of the art wide-body aircraft fleet, Emirates has retired the last Airbus A330 and A340 aircraft in its fleet from active service. This makes Emirates the first and only airline in the world to operate a fleet of all Airbus A380 and Boeing 777 aircraft for its passenger flights. Fri, 11 Nov 2016 10:33:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/singapore-airlines-cast-latest-shadow-over-airbus-a380/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/singapore-airlines-cast-latest-shadow-over-airbus-a380/ Singapore Airlines will not renew the lease on its first Airbus A380 casting a further shadow over the future of the world’s largest jumbo jet. The double-decker jet was launched in 2007, with Singapore Airlines the first customer. However, the carrier has decided not to renew its ten-year lease on the plane when it expires in 2017. Wed, 14 Sep 2016 19:21:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-a380-touches-down-in-la-and-vienna/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-a380-touches-down-in-la-and-vienna/ Emirates has launched its second daily A380 service from Dubai International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. With this expanded schedule, Emirates is now able to serve nearly 1,000 passengers travelling to Los Angeles each day. Also on the same day Vienna joined the family of A380 scheduled destinations served by an Emirates A380. Sat, 09 Jul 2016 11:03:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-emirates-airbus-a380-repainted-in-15-days/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-emirates-airbus-a380-repainted-in-15-days/ The Emirates Aircraft Appearance Centre, the world’s largest aircraft painting facility owned by an airline, has completely stripped and repainted 33 aircraft last year, or 13 per cent of the Emirates fleet, reports Phil Blizzard in Dubai. During the year, Emirates gave a fresh coat of paint to three Airbus A380s and 22 Boeing 777s, in addition to eight aircraft that were retired as a part of the airline’s strategy to operate a young, modern, and efficient aircraft fleet. Thu, 30 Jun 2016 13:11:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-to-bring-a380-to-dubai-auckland-route-for-first-time/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-to-bring-a380-to-dubai-auckland-route-for-first-time/ Emirates is to operate its daily non-stop services between Dubai and Auckland with an A380 aircraft, less than a year after operating the flights with a Boeing 777-200LR. Emirates’ flagship double-decker A380s will operate on the route, currently the world’s longest, from October 30th. Mon, 27 Jun 2016 04:12:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-releases-360-video-of-airbus-a380-cockpit/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-releases-360-video-of-airbus-a380-cockpit/ Emirates has released the world’s first 360-video tour of the A380 cockpit. Watch captain Thomas Ziarno from New Zealand and first officer Abdulrahman Mohamed Al Busaeedi from the United Arab Emirates give an immersive 360-view tour of the flight deck controls of an Emirates A380, the world’s largest commercial aircraft. Tue, 21 Jun 2016 08:01:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-upgrades-melbourne-route/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-upgrades-melbourne-route/ Etihad Airways has rostered its next-generation A380 aircraft between Melbourne and Abu Dhabi, adding additional capacity. The flagship superjumbo will operate one of the airline’s double daily flights between Melbourne and Abu Dhabi. It will replace one of the three-class Boeing 777-300ER aircraft currently deployed on the route. Sat, 04 Jun 2016 08:50:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-continues-to-show-support-for-a380-with-new-order/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-continues-to-show-support-for-a380-with-new-order/ Emirates has announced it has placed an order with manufacturer Airbus for an additional two new A380 aircraft, to be delivered in the fourth quarter of 2017. Emirates already operates the world’s largest fleet of Airbus A380s, with 75 in service and a further 65 on firm order. Thu, 14 Apr 2016 07:13:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-brings-a380-service-to-birmingham-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-brings-a380-service-to-birmingham-uk/ Emirates has launched an Airbus A380 service to Birmingham Airport. The airline’s inaugural flight on its new daily A380 service from Dubai touched down at 12:20. This is the first time that the double-decker aircraft will operate a regular service from the airport, with the A380 replacing the Boeing 777 on the daily EK39/40 service. Wed, 30 Mar 2016 09:27:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/korean-air-to-bring-a380-to-seoul-london-route-in-march/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/korean-air-to-bring-a380-to-seoul-london-route-in-march/ Korean Air has confirmed that after almost five years since it introduced the A380 aircraft to its fleet, the double-decker will come into service on the Seoul Incheon-London Heathrow route. The A380 daily flight will commence with the start of the summer service on March 27th, with the flight leaving Seoul at 13:25 arriving at Heathrow’s terminal four at 17:25. Mon, 15 Feb 2016 09:41:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ana-to-purchase-three-a380-planes-from-airbus/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ana-to-purchase-three-a380-planes-from-airbus/ In a rare bright spot for the beleaguered aircraft, European plane maker Airbus has won a deal to sell three A380 superjumbo jets to ANA Holdings. Japan’s biggest carrier will pay roughly $1.25 billion for the planes. Mon, 04 Jan 2016 10:26:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-france-signs-on-to-bring-airbus-a380-to-mexico/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-france-signs-on-to-bring-airbus-a380-to-mexico/ Air France chief executive Frédéric Gagey and Gilberto López Meyer, general director of Mexico’s Civil Aviation Authority, have signed an agreement formalising the arrival of the A380 in Mexico. From January 2016, Air France will offer three flights a week to Mexico with its super-jumbo jet via seamless connections at Paris-Charles de Gaulle. From the end of March 2016, the aircraft will fly between Paris and Mexico daily. Wed, 12 Aug 2015 10:52:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-airways-beings-airbus-a380-to-sydney-route/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-airways-beings-airbus-a380-to-sydney-route/ Etihad Airways much-anticipated A380 arrives in Sydney tonight, beginning an exciting new era of luxury travel on the Sydney-Abu Dhabi and Sydney-London routes. The A380 features The Residence by Etihad, the airline’s luxurious private three-room suite in the sky, a first in commercial aviation, as well as ground breaking innovations in all cabins. Mon, 01 Jun 2015 15:52:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-takes-delivery-of-second-a380/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-takes-delivery-of-second-a380/ Etihad Airways has taken delivery of its second Airbus A380 in its striking new ‘Facets of Abu Dhabi’ livery, and has introduced the aircraft on the popular Abu Dhabi to London Heathrow route. Etihad Airways’ newest aircraft, registered A6-APB, will operate the EY19/EY20 rotation. Two of the airline’s three daily flights to London will now be operated by the A380. Sat, 02 May 2015 07:06:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-to-go-daily-on-singapore-a380-flight/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-to-go-daily-on-singapore-a380-flight/ British Airways has announced that the A380 will make a daily appearance on the Heathrow to Singapore route, from winter this year. The airline already operates a double-daily flight from London to Singapore and the A380 flies three times a week on the route. Tue, 28 Apr 2015 08:27:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-adds-ten-further-airbus-a380-flights-in-2014/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-adds-ten-further-airbus-a380-flights-in-2014/ Emirates has marked a record launch of ten new A380 routes in 2014 including an additional flight from London’s Gatwick Airport. The airline celebrated today with the release of a ‘mash-up’ video that shows the iconic aircraft landing in ten destinations spanning the globe. Laurie Berryman, Emirates vice president, UK, said: “Last year was a record-breaking year for our A380 network and adding ten new A380 destinations has given our customers more choice to travel to their favourite destinations and experience what this exceptional aircraft has to offer.” Fri, 16 Jan 2015 09:46:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-welcomes-millionth-a380-passenger/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-welcomes-millionth-a380-passenger/ British Airways’ millionth A380 customer took flight earlier on the BA268 from Los Angeles to London departing at 08:45 – the first destination the airline’s superjumbo flew to on its inaugural flight. British Airways took delivery of its first A380, registration LEA, in July 2013. Following a complex introduction to service programme, the first flight departed to Los Angeles on September 24th, 2013. Mon, 17 Nov 2014 11:10:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-to-bring-a380-services-to-miami-in-2015/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-to-bring-a380-services-to-miami-in-2015/ There will be ‘More seats to South Beach’ as British Airways adds Miami to its Airbus A380 network next October with two daily flights to the Florida sunshine on board the superjumbo. The new A380 route to Miami is part of British Airways’ plans to enhance the usage of facilities in Terminal 3 and Terminal 5 by combining its operations in two terminals and moving out of Terminal 1. Wed, 12 Nov 2014 10:08:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-france-flies-a380-into-africa-with-abidjan-route/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-france-flies-a380-into-africa-with-abidjan-route/ Air France is now offering three weekly services to Abidjan using the A380, the largest superjumbo in its fleet, with an additional four weekly frequencies to Abidjan operated by Boeing 777-300 aircraft. Air France revealed its ambition to make Abidjan the first destination in French-speaking Africa to be served with regular A380 flights with a special Air France flight on January 28th earlier this year, which also reflected the company’s wish to support the country’s development towards becoming the main hub for and gateway to Western Africa. Thu, 30 Oct 2014 11:25:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-reveals-bangkok-as-next-a380-destination/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-reveals-bangkok-as-next-a380-destination/ Qatar Airways’ A380 aircraft will soon touchdown in Bangkok, Thailand, following the launch of its inaugural service to London Heathrow introduced earlier this month. The airline is scheduled to commence A380 service between Doha and Paris Charles De Gaulle, followed by an additional London service by the end of the year. Fri, 24 Oct 2014 10:38:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-launches-a380-on-london-doha-route/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-launches-a380-on-london-doha-route/ Qatar Airways’ first A380 has commenced services on the popular Doha-London route marking another major milestone for the airline. The arrival of the world’s largest commercial airliner on the Doha-to-London service reinforces Qatar Airways’ presence in the United Kingdom, with six flights a day between the two cities in addition to direct services from Doha to Edinburgh and Manchester. Tue, 14 Oct 2014 14:09:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-brings-a380-to-washington-dc/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-brings-a380-to-washington-dc/ First and Club World customers heading to Heathrow on British Airways’ inaugural A380 from Washington today will have had the added bonus of enjoying the airline’s newly re-launched lounge at the US Capital’s airport. The upgraded lounge can now host 200 customers, thanks to 10,000 square feet of space. It features intimate bar areas, business facilities, fine dining, shower suites and a private VIP area. Fri, 03 Oct 2014 08:27:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-etihad-airways-assembles-an-a380/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-etihad-airways-assembles-an-a380/ Video: Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has just received its first Airbus A380. This remarkable time-lapse video features the assembly of the double-decker aircraft at the Airbus Finkenwerder facility in Hamburg, Germany. Thu, 02 Oct 2014 13:41:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-reveals-new-livery-as-first-a380-rolls-out/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-reveals-new-livery-as-first-a380-rolls-out/ Etihad Airways, recognised as the World’s Leading Airline by the World Travel Awards, has unveiled a stunning new livery design which will be introduced across its fleet. Created by leading brand consultants Landor Associates in partnership with Etihad Airways, the new livery is inspired by traditional Emirati design patterns, the landscapes of the desert and the geometric shapes found in the modern architecture of Abu Dhabi. Fri, 26 Sep 2014 08:35:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-prepares-to-fly-into-san-francisco/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-prepares-to-fly-into-san-francisco/ It’ll be California Dreaming’ all the way with British Airways when the airline’s new A380 starts flying to San Francisco next summer. The new service leads a raft of frequency improvements, including more flights to Miami and Cape Town. Wed, 10 Sep 2014 15:24:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/iata-agm-2014-qatar-airways-delays-a380-london-heathrow-launch/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/iata-agm-2014-qatar-airways-delays-a380-london-heathrow-launch/ Qatar Airways has delayed taking delivery of its first Airbus A380 by at least two weeks due to cabin problems, according to reports. Sat, 31 May 2014 09:51:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-brings-a380-to-vienna-for-first-time/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-brings-a380-to-vienna-for-first-time/ Emirates operated a one-off A380 service last night to mark its ten-year anniversary and continued commitment to Austria. This important milestone signals the first ever commercially scheduled A380 service to Vienna International Airport. Emirates has been flying to Austria since May 2004. Tue, 27 May 2014 15:36:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbus-a380-receives-boost-with-amedeo-deal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbus-a380-receives-boost-with-amedeo-deal/ Amedeo and Airbus have finalised the contract for 20 A380s originally announced at the 50th Le Bourget Airshow in Paris in June last year. The final agreement was signed today at the Singapore Airshow 2014 by Mark Lapidus, chief executive of Amedeo and John Leahy, Airbus chief operating officer, Customers. Thu, 13 Feb 2014 10:26:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-a360-touches-down-in-los-angeles/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-a360-touches-down-in-los-angeles/ Emirates has swooped into the home of the original Oscars to launch its celebrated A380 service. Packed with Hollywood movies on ice Digital Widescreen, the double-decker touched down in Los Angeles yesterday, becoming the world’s longest A380 service in operation. Wed, 04 Dec 2013 06:51:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dubai-air-show-emirates-offers-vote-of-confidence-in-airbus-a380/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dubai-air-show-emirates-offers-vote-of-confidence-in-airbus-a380/ Dubai-based Emirates airline has placed an additional order for 50 A380 aircraft, allaying fears of flagging demand for very large aircraft in the Middle East. The order was signed at a ceremony at the 2013 Dubai Airshow witnessed by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al-Maktoum, chairman, Emirates Airline and Fabrice Brégier, Airbus president. Mon, 18 Nov 2013 10:38:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/korean-air-flies-a380-into-atlanta/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/korean-air-flies-a380-into-atlanta/ Travelling to Atlanta with Korean Air will enter a new age this week, as the first A380 flights take off. Korean Air flight 036 will depart Atlanta Hartsfield at 13:10 today and will be the first commercial A380 flight out of the city.  Mon, 02 Sep 2013 08:03:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fraport-reports-fifth-airline-operating-a380-into-frankfurt/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fraport-reports-fifth-airline-operating-a380-into-frankfurt/ An Airbus A380 with the blue-red-white tail fin of British Airways landed at Frankfurt airport earlier as the carrier prepares to launch the aircraft into its long-haul route network. It is the first of twelve A380 aircraft to be delivered to the British flag-carrier. Tue, 13 Aug 2013 09:25:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-reveals-a380-south-africa-plans/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-reveals-a380-south-africa-plans/ Rugby giants Chris Robshaw, Bryan Habana and Jean De Villiers have undertaken one of the biggest challenges of their careers – taking on the might of British Airways’ largest aircraft, the Airbus A380. Weighing in at 110kg, 95kg and 101kg respectively, Robshaw, the England rugby captain and Habana and De Villiers, the South African Springboks, are pictured attempting to pull the airline’s newest fleet member (topping the scales at 366,000kgs) down the runway at Manston Airport in Kent. Fri, 26 Jul 2013 06:11:58 +0000