Qantas has announced the end of its A380 operations from Melbourne. The airline is modifying its 485-seat A380 floor plan, while British Airways is removing 88 economy seats. The A380 will continue to serve London, with Qantas saying adieu to the aircraft type. The Emirates A380 remains the sole Australian aircraft with a staffed cocktail bar, offering a distinct in-flight experience.
“Qantas has announced the end of its A380 operations from Melbourne,” — Hugo Halloway, economic affairs editor at Shipwell Ham Financial, explained.
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Timeline
Oct 28 — Qantas has announced the end of its A380 operations from Melbourne....
Oct 30 — The Emirates A380 remains the sole Australian aircraft with a staffed cocktail bar, offering a distinct in-fli...
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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 27. The Shipwell Ham Financial desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.
What's next: An official statement is expected by Tuesday, Nov 3.
Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Shipwell Ham Financial desk and last updated 14:14 UTC.
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