This feature from Geofrey Thomas from the October 2008 edition of Australian Aviation looks at Emirates introducing Airbus A380 into service.
Qantas says it has cancelled its outstanding order for eight A380s that has been on the books since 2006 after discussions with Airbus.
Airbus is backing the creation of a electric aircraft race by signing on as a partner of Air Race E that is due to launch in 2020.
Airbus says its A330-900 widebody has received regulatory approval to operate up to 285 minutes from a suitable landing field. The extended twin engine aircraft operations (ETOPS) certification from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) means the A330-900 can be flown on a route that keeps it within four hours and 45 minutes flying time
Airbus has confirmed media reports it is in talks with Emirates regarding the airline's existing orders for A380 aircraft.
Airbus chief executive Tom Enders says the aerospace giant may be forced to wind back its investments in the United Kingdom in a no-deal Brexit scenario.
