In the latest of a series of similar agreements, Emirates has agreed to buy another leased Airbus A380-800, this time from Monaco-based aircraft investor Stratos.
Airbus is investigating a bonding defect found in the structure of A380 slats after inflight events, a recent report by French air accident investigation bureau BEA says.
Emirates Airline President Tim Clark says he is “cautiously optimistic” about Boeing's ability to deliver Emirates' first 777X by late 2026 or early 2027.
Saudi Arabia-based Kingdom Holding Company is in negotiations to take a substantial equity stake in UK-based start-up Airbus A380 operator Global Airlines.
As Boeing gains ground among Middle East carriers—possibly including a big order from Turkish Airlines—Airbus needs to catch up to protect its market share.
The flight marks the latest step in the UK startup’s plan to launch scheduled services and become the first airline to succeed at operating secondhand A380s.
Lufthansa has launched daily Airbus A380-800 services from its Munich hub to Denver, making the first ever landing of an A380 at the United hub in Colorado.
