A380 changes
 

Apologies if it is noted elsewhere, but BT have an article about the 85th A380 - and the changes to Y and J.

The biggest change to J seems to be that the overhead bins are gone for the aisle/window seats...which is even more of a reason to avoid the middle seats!

Article here - https://www.businesstraveller.com/bu...nfigured-a380/

M

The press release was mentioned in the fleet guide thread a couple of days ago (post #157), but no discussion on it.

https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/emir...-guide-11.html

http://www.emirates.com/media-centre...-to-its-fleet#

Thanks for the links!

I'm surprised no photos the enlarged TV etc.

M

Looks to me like a positive spin on a weight reduction program and low MTOW deliveries without CRAs. Less than 8 hrs don't need horizontal rest and saves money.

It did not fly yet (check on Flightradar24.com the reg. A6-EUH).

It says in the article: "The next generation A380s are expected to serve more ultra-long haul routes."

I thought that A350 will (also) be the plane for such routes. Currently, the longest flight is done by an A380 (DXB-AKL) at a cost of 100 unbookable seats (otherwise it won't make the 14000km to AKL), but mostly it is a B777L without seating restrictions.

I think a twin engine is more efficient in liters fuel per passenger km than a quad engine.

But does the article mean the A380neo ? Or a new twin engine version of the A380 ?

Emirates cancelled all their A350 orders.

There are some subtle changes to F as well that most wouldn't notice that I mentioned a little a little while ago.

Shocking picture of the Business cabin. Looks like a huge cattle truck :eek:

It's pretty much what it is! It's why I prefer j on the 777

Does like a bit BAish (777dormitory wise). I like the rear cabin, seat 23 A/K in particular.

That picture is a intense. Not far off looking like a kaleidoscope.

Safe & Happy Travels

S

Exactly, rear BC cabin is where I ride as well.

23k mostly to be exact.

https://theluxurytravelexpert.files....1/pa230144.jpg

https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com...88a22a6365.jpg

The FT article mentioned in-seat minibars. Does that mean the onboard bar is going away? On my next EK flight, I was planning to fly in J to experience this on the 14+ hour TATL route.

The article is talking about the new J product on the 77W which will have a new refrigerated minibar. 77W J does not currently have any minbar. All A380's have an unrefrigerated minibar in J and a full bar/lounge in the back so you should not have a problem :)