Airbus A380 news
Here we gather what the specialist press publishes about Airbus A380: 101 stories collected since July 24, 2026, newest first and always linking to the outlet that published them. The list updates itself as new pieces come in. The recurring topics are Civil aviation, Industry, Other.
September 8, 2026
Lufthansa Technik and Emirates have extended their contract for heavy maintenance of the Dubai carrier's Airbus A380s. Lufthansa Technik Philippines (LHTP) will thus continue…
Emirates will replace its Airbus A380 with Boeing 777-300ER aircraft on Dubai-Amsterdam flights during October 2026, reducing seat capacity before restoring two daily A380 services from November 1…
September 7, 2026
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The type will no longer operate to the Netherlands in October, but flights will double in November. Find out more now!
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September 6, 2026
Lufthansa Technik and Emirates have extended their agreement for the base maintenance of the airline’s Airbus A380 fleet. Under a new multi-year contract, Lufthansa Technik Philippines, the global…
September 5, 2026
As the toll of United States’ Operation Epic Fury continues to exact a high price on the global aviation industry, the latest casualty is the Airbus A380 fleet of Australian carrier Qantas. Qantas…
Global Airlines is going through a new period of uncertainty, after a winding-up petition was filed in the UK against the company over alleged debts. The legal process…
September 4, 2026
While presenting its financial results for August 2026, Qantas announced plans to accelerate the retirement of its iconic Airbus A380-800s, part of its fleet since September 2008. The original…
Outstanding maintenance checks have grounded the airline's only jet. CEO Asquith still thinks there's a pathway to success.
The return of flights contribute to Emirates' A380 flights to this continent growing by 18%. Find out more!
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Global Airlines wants its Airbus A380 back in the air before the end of the year. First, though, the airline faces a liquidation petition.
Global Airlines wants to be flying again with its Airbus A380 by the end of the year. First, however, the airline faces a liquidation petition.
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September 3, 2026
Dubai-based mega airline Emirates rejected the idea of installing Premium Economy seats on its huge fleet of Airbus A380 superjumbos and Boeing 777s for years. Its long-serving President, Sir Tim…
Singapore gains a second superjumbo as Emirates balances aging A380s, 777X delays, and costly fleet upgrades.
British carrier Global Airlines, which aimed to revive transatlantic travel with a fleet of Airbus A380s, now faces a severe financial and legal crisis, and is…
Just two of them account for seven in ten flights. Find out more now!
September 2, 2026
By: Hispaviación Editorial Staff Photo: Lufthansa Technik The extension of the contract between Lufthansa Technik Philippines and Emirates to sustain A380 operations marks a relevant…
02-09-2026 The aeronautical MRO sector consolidates major strategic alliances in Southeast Asia. Lufthansa Technik and Emirates have formalized the extension of their…
Lufthansa Technik and Emirates have extended a base maintenance services contract to support Emirates’ fleet of Airbus A380… The post Lufthansa Technik and Emirates extend A380 base maintenance…
Lufthansa Technik and Emirates announced they have extended until 2030 their partnership for base maintenance work on the Airbus A380 aircraft of the United Arab Emirates airline…
Lufthansa Technik and Emirates have strengthened their partnership in aircraft maintenance, extending the contract for heavy maintenance work on the Airbus fleet…
Lufthansa Technik and Emirates have extended their partnership on maintaining the Airbus A380 fleet. Under a new multi-year contract, Lufthansa Technik Philippines will take over until…
Lufthansa Technik Philippines will continue providing base maintenance for Emirates’ Airbus A380 fleet through 2030 under a new multi-year agreement between the two companies. The contract covers…
September 1, 2026
Emirates has restored daily Airbus A380 flights to Japan's second city, but seven former superjumbo routes have yet to return.
August 31, 2026
Superjumbo flights were removed to these two places this weekend. Find out more here!
August 30, 2026
Former Malaysia Airlines A380 receives a testbed look ahead of modifications for future open-fan engine demonstrations
London and Sydney anchor the carrier's A380 network while India and Australasia fill the rest of the roster.
This unexpected choice by British Airways will dramatically transform the onboard experience for premium passengers on its flagship Airbus A380 fleet.
August 29, 2026
Qantas Airways will begin retiring its fleet of 10 Airbus A380 superjumbos from mid-2028, bringing forward the planned phase-out by four years as rising maintenance costs, supply-chain constraints…
August 28, 2026
Qantas Airways is bringing forward the retirement of its Airbus A380 fleet by four years. The Australian airline will start grounding its ten superjumbos from mid-2028…
Qantas announced it plans to accelerate the phase-out of its remaining fleet of Airbus A380s. The airline plans to begin retiring its 10 remaining A380s from 2028, with the…