First A380 service confirmed

Singapore Airlines has confirmed October 28 as the date for the inaugural scheduled flight by the mega Airbus A380.

The aircraft will fly from Singapore to Sydney, replacing one of three Boeing 747s on the route.

The 471-seat aircraft is configured in three classes: 12 Singapore Airlines Suites (on the main deck), 60 Business Class (on the upper deck) and 399 Economy Class seats (on both decks).

by Phil Davies