[FBD]

According to the *eggspurts*, this behemoth is cheaper to operate than a Boeing 747, uses less fuel, and has more range. (See below)

Airlines who have orders for the A380 Airbus:
Federal Express , Virgin Atlantic, Air France, Emirates, International Lease Finance Corporation, Lufthansa, Qantas, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines

www.airliners.net

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"Key design aims include the ability to use existing airport infrastructure with little modifications to the airports, and direct operating costs per seat 15-20% less than those for the 747-400.

With 49% more floor space and only 35% more seating than the previous largest aircraft, Airbus is ensuring wider seats and aisles for more passenger comfort. Using the most advanced technologies, the A380 is also designed to have 10-15% more range, lower fuel burn and emissions, and less noise."

[RobRoy]

That would pretty much make sense since it is 30 year newer technology.

I contracted at boeing a couple of years ago. I was talking to some guys about Boeing not entering the "super jumbo" market and the general consensus was that there was not enough market for it.

This is a gamble for Airbus. It will be interesting if it pays off. They could also be setting themselves up for another "Hindenburg."