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18/03/2008
'Superjumbo' Takes Flight
The Airbus A380 superjumbo, is to fly into Heathrow today as it makes its first commercial flight to Europe.
Singapore Airlines is the first carrier to operate the new double-decker aircraft on revenue-earning services.
More than 470 passengers flew out of Singapore’s Changi airport on the 14-hour journey to London, the flight is expected to land in Heathrow at around 3pm.
British Airways has ordered 12 of the airliners, due to be delivered from 2012, while rival Virgin Atlantic has order six, to arrive from 2013.
First Class offers the 'ultimate' in flying in luxury with 12 suites with 23-inch TV and cinema screens and double beds, business class allow 60 people to enjoy flat-bed sleeping, and economy offers almost 400 passengers seat-back screens and ample room.
Heathrow has spent more than £100 million on new facilities to accommodate the A380, which will by flying into Terminal 3.
The airports newly opened Terminal 5 can also house the superjumbo.
Singapore Airlines and manufacturer Airbus claim the aircraft is the quietest and most environmentally friendly big plane claiming that the aircraft burns 17% less fuel per seat than the current largest airliner.
Friends of the Earth argue that any benefits will be outdone as demand for air travel increases.
The airliner’s impressive wings were made at Broughton in north Wales and at Filton in Bristol, the Rolls-Royce powered engines are made in Derby.
Singapore Airllines say that the start of the commercial A380 service to London mark a "proud moment" for the UK aviation sector.
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Singapore Airlines is the first carrier to operate the new double-decker aircraft on revenue-earning services.
More than 470 passengers flew out of Singapore’s Changi airport on the 14-hour journey to London, the flight is expected to land in Heathrow at around 3pm.
British Airways has ordered 12 of the airliners, due to be delivered from 2012, while rival Virgin Atlantic has order six, to arrive from 2013.
First Class offers the 'ultimate' in flying in luxury with 12 suites with 23-inch TV and cinema screens and double beds, business class allow 60 people to enjoy flat-bed sleeping, and economy offers almost 400 passengers seat-back screens and ample room.
Heathrow has spent more than £100 million on new facilities to accommodate the A380, which will by flying into Terminal 3.
The airports newly opened Terminal 5 can also house the superjumbo.
Singapore Airlines and manufacturer Airbus claim the aircraft is the quietest and most environmentally friendly big plane claiming that the aircraft burns 17% less fuel per seat than the current largest airliner.
Friends of the Earth argue that any benefits will be outdone as demand for air travel increases.
The airliner’s impressive wings were made at Broughton in north Wales and at Filton in Bristol, the Rolls-Royce powered engines are made in Derby.
Singapore Airllines say that the start of the commercial A380 service to London mark a "proud moment" for the UK aviation sector.
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Airbus A380 lands at Heathrow
The world's largest passenger aircraft, the Airbus A380, has made its first landing at Heathrow Airport. The 240ft-long aircraft flew to London from Berlin on Thursday and landed at Heathrow's new £105 million pier 6 at Terminal 3. The A380 flew into Heathrow to test the airport's facilities, before returning to Berlin on Friday.
Airbus A380 lands at Heathrow
The world's largest passenger aircraft, the Airbus A380, has made its first landing at Heathrow Airport. The 240ft-long aircraft flew to London from Berlin on Thursday and landed at Heathrow's new £105 million pier 6 at Terminal 3. The A380 flew into Heathrow to test the airport's facilities, before returning to Berlin on Friday.
04 November 2010
Carrier Contracts 'Deeply Flawed'
A senior MP has spoken out regarding the Government's plans to build two new aircraft carriers. Andrew Tyrie, the Chairman of the Treasury Select Committee said BAE "put a gun to the head of the government" over "deeply flawed" contracts to build two new aircraft carriers.
Carrier Contracts 'Deeply Flawed'
A senior MP has spoken out regarding the Government's plans to build two new aircraft carriers. Andrew Tyrie, the Chairman of the Treasury Select Committee said BAE "put a gun to the head of the government" over "deeply flawed" contracts to build two new aircraft carriers.
18 September 2003
Stranded Concorde cleared to leave Cardiff Airport
Following emergency repair work, a British Airways Concorde jet that was forced to land at Cardiff International Airport yesterday has been cleared for flight today. Engine problems, which developed after the supersonic jet left New York’s JFK airport yesterday afternoon, saw the aircraft diverted to Cardiff as a “precaution”.
Stranded Concorde cleared to leave Cardiff Airport
Following emergency repair work, a British Airways Concorde jet that was forced to land at Cardiff International Airport yesterday has been cleared for flight today. Engine problems, which developed after the supersonic jet left New York’s JFK airport yesterday afternoon, saw the aircraft diverted to Cardiff as a “precaution”.
09 September 2003
bmi embarks on major Airbus buy
The UK’s second largest full-service scheduled airline, bmi, has announced an accelerated programme to operate an all Airbus fleet by next year.
bmi embarks on major Airbus buy
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22 February 2010
Aircraft Maker Signs Contractors
Contracts have been awarded to two GB companies for work on Northern Ireland-based Bombardier's CSeries commercial aircraft programme. Representing a major investment by the Belfast aircraft engineering firm, the deal with GKN Aerospace will see it supplying the winglet for the CSeries aircraft from its composites centre on the Isle of Wight.
Aircraft Maker Signs Contractors
Contracts have been awarded to two GB companies for work on Northern Ireland-based Bombardier's CSeries commercial aircraft programme. Representing a major investment by the Belfast aircraft engineering firm, the deal with GKN Aerospace will see it supplying the winglet for the CSeries aircraft from its composites centre on the Isle of Wight.
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:It will be cloudy again throughout the day. Mainly dry in the morning, but patchy drizzle in places, becoming more widespread and persistent in the afternoon. Freshening southwesterly winds. Maximum temperature 12 °C.Tonight:Cloudy with a spell of heavy rain pushing south through late evening and the early hours, followed by some clear spells. Minimum temperature 6 °C.
