Airbus A380 News
Etihad brings its flagship A350 to Sydney with private Business Suites featuring sliding doors
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.
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.
O Canada - Here comes Etihad’s 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.
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.
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.
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.
Emirates to showcase its iconic Airbus A380 at the Bahrain International Airshow
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.
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.
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.
ETIHAD BOOSTS NETWORK ACROSS ASIA: ICONIC A380 HEADS EAST TO SINGAPORE AND THAILAND
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.
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.
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.