Fresher thinking about flying.

Taking a clean-sheet design for airlines’ operational needs of tomorrow, Airbus developed the A380 as the most spacious and efficient airliner ever conceived. This 525-seat aircraft will deliver an unparalleled level of comfort while retaining all the benefits of commonality with Airbus’ other fly-by-wire aircraft Families.

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The A380 embodies 30 years of Airbus experience in applying intelligent innovation to its new products. By incorporating the latest advances in structures and materials, the A380 offers a direct operating cost per passenger that is 15 per cent lower than the competing large airliner.

Learn more about the new-generation engines, advanced wing and landing gear design, and other innovations in the A380's design.

Airbus is one of the world's leading aircraft manufacturers, and consistently captures approximately half or more of all orders for airliners with more than 100 seats.

Airbus' mission is to provide the aircraft best suited to the world's growing need for air transport, while also minimizing environmental impact. The Airbus product line comprises 14 aircraft models, from the 100-seat single-aisle A318 jetliner to the 525-seat A380 – which is the largest civil airliner in service.

Airbus' delivery of 453 jetliners in 2007 surpassed its previous year's total, and the deliveries were made at the highest ever on-time rate and quality level. Delivery rates in 2008 will reach 34 aircraft from its A320 single-aisle Family each month, along with eight A330/A340 widebodies monthly and one A380 approximately every 30 days.

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Cabin Showroom
See and experience the A380

Flight Deck
Information and a 360-Degree View

Flight presentation
The A380 flies with Air France

A380 First Flight
Relive the excitement of the A380 maiden flight

Redefining Fuel Economy

Despite its ability to carry 35 percent more passengers than its competitor, the A380 burns 12 percent less fuel per seat-- reducing operating costs and minimizing its effects on the environment at the same time through fewer emissions. The A380 burns fuel at a per-passenger rate comparable to that of an economical family car.

More on the A380’s fuel economy

Airbus and alternate fuel testing

First commercial A380 flight arrives at New York's JFK

The Airbus A380 superjumbo jet landed at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport on Friday. The landing of the Emirates jetliner was the first commercial arrival of an A380 in the U.S. The plane, which flew to New York from Dubai, landed smoothly. The Washington Post/Reuters (8/1)

Singapore Airlines receives fifth A380

Singapore Airlines has taken delivery of its fifth Airbus A380, paving the way for more flights to London using the aircraft. The A380 can carry up to 853 passengers but SIA chose a design with a maximum of 471 seats. SIA is the first airline to fly the A380, and has plans to buy a total of 19 of the planes. Agence France-Presse (6/29)

German carriers will need 900 more planes by 2026

European jetmaker Airbus said German airlines will require about 900 new planes by 2026, and a senior manager noted that Germany will remain a key market for the company. The Wall Street Journal/Dow Jones Newswires (subscription required) (6/16)

Rolls-Royce to supply A380 engines for Thai airline

Rolls-Royce Group PLC will supply engines for six Airbus A380 jets ordered by Thai Airways International PCL. The $500 million contract includes 15 years of service. The Wall Street Journal/Dow Jones Newswires (subscription required) (5/14)

Airbus sees strong demand from Asian airlines

Airbus is negotiating an order for 10 A380 jetliners with Air India, Chief Operating Officer John Leahy said. Speaking at the Singapore Airshow, Leahy said the company expects to book 30 firm orders for the plane this year. Airbus executives said they expect Asia to become the biggest market for large planes over the next few years. Both Airbus and Boeing have booked significant orders at the air show this week. The Wall Street Journal (subscription required) (2/21), Aviation Daily (2/20)

Some Airbus customers express interest in A380 casino

Airbus says several of its customers are interested in converting the A380 superjumbo jet into a casino. David Velupillai, marketing director for Airbus's executive and private aviation division, noted that the A380's extensive floor space will allow a fully fitted casino on the jetliner. Breitbart.com (2/14)