IndustryAirbus opens new Toulouse delivery center as A321neo output ramps upNew 377,000-sq-ft (35,000-sq-m) facility adds eight aircraft positions at the former A380 production siteSeptember 15, 2026Read more
IndustryAirbus unveils A380 FlightLab for next-generation propulsion testsFormer Malaysia Airlines superjumbo has received a new test aircraft livery ahead of modifications for future engine demonstrationsAugust 30, 2026Read more
Air TransportQantas brings forward A380 retirement by four years as new widebodies arriveAustralian carrier will begin phasing out its 10 superjumbos in 2028 as maintenance costs rise and more A350s and 787s join the fleetAugust 27, 2026Read more
IndustryFormer Malaysia Airlines A380 returns to the skies for new role as Airbus test aircraftMSN114 aircraft leaves long-term storage as it begins conversion into the manufacturer's next flying laboratoryJuly 17, 2026Read more
Air TransportEASA orders inspections of 16 Airbus A380s after wing cracks discoveredMost affected aircraft are operated by Emirates, with five requiring checks before their next flightJune 23, 2026Read more
Air TransportEmirates completes first retrofit of two-class A380 with new Premium Economy cabinAirline plans to refurbish 15 aircraft of the same configuration as part of wider fleet modernization programMay 20, 2026Read more
Air TransportEmirates unveils new UAE flag livery on A380Carrier displays large national flag design on A6-EVG as part of 'This Flag Will Always Fly' campaignMay 09, 2026Read more
Air TransportEmirates installs Starlink internet on first Airbus A380World’s largest A380 operator plans to expand high-speed connectivity across its superjumbo fleet in 2026April 27, 2026Read more
Air TransportLufthansa debuts first retrofitted A380 with new 68-seat business classD-AIMC 'Mike-Charly' operates inaugural flight from Munich to Los Angeles after cabin overhaulApril 23, 2026Read more
Air TransportLufthansa unveils Airbus A380 in 100th anniversary liveryD-AIMH becomes fourth aircraft to carry special “1926 | 2026” design, enters service in MarchFebruary 26, 2026Read more