Did you know?
1. A380 was known as A3XX at its earlier development, had a
nickname Megaliner
2. A380 project budget is estimated to cost more than
12billion
3. Airbus operates 16 manufacturing sites across Europe, most of
which produce parts for the new A380 airliner.
4. A380 is built in France, Germany, Spain and UK; the final
assembly and testing is done in Toulouse, France.
5. The first A380 prototype is registered as F-WWOW, manufacturer's
serial number is 001 (MSN001).
6. Airports require modifications to be compatible when A380
operates.
7. FedEx Express becomes the first customer for the A380 freighter
version (ironically the first to cancel its order.)
8. Emirates Airlines is the first A380 customer but Singapore
Airlines will become the first airline to fly the A380
9. A380 announced 3 delays within 2 year due to wiring issues,
during the same period Airbus have had 3 CEOs.
10. A380 will be the largest commercial airplane when it enters
service, overtaking 747s dominance in the last 3
decades.
