THIS is an inside look at Emirates’ huge and luxurious “superjumbo” jet that will be landing in Glasgow today.
The images come as Emirates introduces its first double decker A380 service in Scotland with flights between Glasgow and Dubai.
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Customers travelling to and from Scotland’s biggest city on the A380 - the world’s largest commercial aircraft - can expect “more space across all classes,” bosses promised.
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Standing over 24 metres high and with a wing span of nearly 80 metres, the massive double decker aircraft will have a three-class cabin configuration, offering 14 private suites in first class, 76 lie flat seats in business, and 399 seats in economy.
First class customers will have exclusive access to an on-board shower spa, while first and business class passengers can enjoy an on-board lounge where they can socialise with other travellers.
The service will enter operation at Glasgow Airport on April 16 (today) with regular flights until the end of the summer season in October.
Glasgow Airport bosses invested around £8 million in their infrastructure to make sure the airport is ready for the big moment.
Airport managing director Mark Johnston said: “The decision by Emirates to introduce the A380 is not only a huge milestone for Glasgow Airport, it marks what is a first in Scottish aviation industry.
“We have forged a valued relationship with Emirates since its inaugural flight in April 2004 and the introduction of Scotland’s first-ever scheduled A380 service represents a major vote of confidence in the city.
“We invested in excess of £8 million in our infrastructure to ensure Glasgow Airport is ready to welcome this iconic aircraft.”
This is the second time Glasgow Airport will welcome the A380 which first visited on 10 April 2014 to celebrate Emirates’ 10th anniversary at the city.
Councillor Susan Aitken, leader of Glasgow City Council, added: “Emirates’ decision to create Scottish aviation history in Glasgow not only reinforces the airline’s confidence in Glasgow Airport, it further reaffirms its commitment to the entire Glasgow city region.
“Its decision to introduce an A380, the world’s largest passenger aircraft, on its Glasgow route is further evidence of its success in and is one which will massively increase Emirates’ capacity to and from our city.”
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