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The Heathrow Heavyweight: Why British Airways is Still Betting Big on the Airbus A380
The Heathrow Heavyweight: Why British Airways is Still Betting Big on the Airbus A380 In a pivotal 2007 move, British Airways (BA) ordered 12 Airbus A380s and 24 Boeing 787s to replace its aging Boeing 747-400 fleet. While the industry shifted toward smaller twin-engine jets, leading Airbus to cease A380 production in 2021, BA remains a key operator. By utilizing the 469-seat “Superjumbo,” BA maximizes passenger volume at its slot-constrained London Heathrow (LHR) hub. As of 2026, the airline continues to invest in the type, including cabin refreshes to maintain its...