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British Airways Reveals Concorde-Inspired A380 First Class Launching 2026

British Airways has unveiled its new A380 First Suites inspired by the Concorde, set to launch in mid-2026. The cabin design focuses on modern British luxury, offering 36.5-inch wide seats that convert into 79-inch beds, mood lighting, a 32-inch 4K monitor, and enhanced privacy features.

2024-11-25T13:05:39.185547-08:00

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Emirates Acquires First of 65 Airbus A350s for Fleet Overhaul

2024-11-25T05:03:51.781409-08:00

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British Airways A380 Returns to London Due to Technical Issues

2024-12-05T15:10:00.451685-08:00

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Singapore Airlines A380 Incident at Delhi from Pilot Error

2024-11-27T05:42:48.515036-08:00

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British Airways A380 Returns to London Due to Technical Issues A British Airways A380 en route to Miami made a U-turn near Greenland, returning to London Heathrow due to technical issues. The flight, designated BA209, encountered unspecified problems prompting the decision to abort the transatlantic journey and return for assessments.

2024-12-05T15:10:00.451685-08:00

British Airways A380 Returns to London Due to Technical Issues

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Singapore Airlines A380 Incident at Delhi from Pilot Error A Singapore Airlines Airbus A380 rolled back at New Delhi's IGI Airport due to a pilot error of not setting the parking brake. This resulted in a cabin crew member sustaining minor injuries. The incident highlights the importance of checklist adherence in flight operations.

2024-11-27T05:42:48.515036-08:00

Singapore Airlines A380 Incident at Delhi from Pilot Error

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British Airways Reveals Concorde-Inspired A380 First Class Launching 2026 British Airways has unveiled its new A380 First Suites inspired by the Concorde, set to launch in mid-2026. The cabin design focuses on modern British luxury, offering 36.5-inch wide seats that convert into 79-inch beds, mood lighting, a 32-inch 4K monitor, and enhanced privacy features.

2024-11-25T13:05:39.185547-08:00

British Airways Reveals Concorde-Inspired A380 First Class Launching 2026

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Emirates Acquires First of 65 Airbus A350s for Fleet Overhaul Emirates has taken delivery of its first Airbus A350-900, A6-EXA, marking the start of a major fleet modernization plan. The aircraft, delayed since August, will enter service in January 2025, and is the first new type to join the fleet since 2008.

2024-11-25T05:03:51.781409-08:00

Emirates Acquires First of 65 Airbus A350s for Fleet Overhaul

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Qantas A380 Flew 294 Hours with Tool in Engine: ATSB Report The ATSB investigation revealed that a Qantas A380 operated 34 flights over 294 hours with a tool lodged inside an engine, due to maintenance oversight. The tool remained undiscovered from a routine check in December 2023 until January 2024 scheduled maintenance.

2024-11-14T01:57:54.242948-08:00

Qantas A380 Flew 294 Hours with Tool in Engine: ATSB Report

Times Aerospace

Emirates A380 Brings NBA Cup to New York for 2024 Tournament Emirates launched the 2024 Emirates NBA Cup by transporting the trophy from Dubai to New York aboard a specially themed Airbus A380. The event celebrated their status as Official Global Airline Partner, marking a significant milestone in aviation sports partnerships.

2024-11-12T22:17:58.347784-08:00

Emirates A380 Brings NBA Cup to New York for 2024 Tournament

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British Airways Optimizes A380 Fleet Amid 787 Engine Challenges Facing ongoing Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engine supply constraints on its Boeing 787s, British Airways bolsters its winter capacity plans by leveraging improved reliability in its Airbus A380 fleet to maintain long-haul operations.

2024-11-08T03:19:18.376017-08:00

British Airways Optimizes A380 Fleet Amid 787 Engine Challenges

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Etihad Airways Increases Capacity by 31% with A380 Return to Paris Etihad Airways has returned its flagship Airbus A380 to the Paris Charles de Gaulle route, enhancing seat availability by 31%. This move highlights Etihad's commitment to luxury travel, including the reintroduction of its premium offerings such as The Residences.

2024-11-04T03:00:20.012904-08:00

Etihad Airways Increases Capacity by 31% with A380 Return to Paris

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