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Airbus A380
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Every Bulletin story and press release covering Airbus A380, newest first.

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2008
20 October

ReleaseQantas takes to the air with ATG

8 October

ReleaseFlawless entry into service for Engine Alliance GP7200 engine on the Airbus A380

3 October

ReleaseGoodrich facility in Tennessee receives state's top environmental achievement award

1 August

ReleaseAirbus sells Laupheim site to Diehl/Thales

27 May

ReleaseMachining of engine parts and structurals

13 May

ReleaseA380 production ramp-up revisited

22 April

ReleaseLow dollar and high metal prices lead Airbus to increase aircraft list prices

1 February

ReleaseAirbus completes first test flight with alternative fuel on civil aircraft

11 January

ReleaseAirbus delivers second A380 to Singapore Airlines

2007
14 December

ReleaseGP7200-powered A380 receives FAA, EASA Type Certifications

14 December

ReleaseEngine Alliance powered Airbus A380 receives joint EASA & FAA type certification

21 November

ReleaseA380 confirmed quietest long range aircraft in the skies

29 October

ReleaseJPA delivers innovation for Singapore Airlines Airbus A380 Business Class

15 October

ReleaseAirbus delivers first A380 to Singapore Airlines. New chapter in aviation history

15 October

ReleaseThe first A380 delivered to Singapore Airlines: FACC components are on board

8 October

ReleaseVolvo Aero's lightweight case chosen for the GP7000 engine for the Airbus A380

24 September

ReleaseAirbus A380 MNS009 to embark on route proving tours

24 July

ReleaseLe Creneau Industriel signs contract with Aircelle for A380 composite panel machining & drilling

18 June

ReleaseEngine Alliance delivers first production GP7200 engines to Airbus

2006
30 October

ReleaseCTA will carry out fatigue tests on the A380 central flap for Airbus Germany

11 October

ReleaseNew flexible wing coating reduces weight and cuts costs

16 August

ReleaseCrane Aerospace & Electronics to provide proximity sensing equipment for Airbus A380 freighter

26 July

ReleaseTechnical feat: two A380s change colours during stepovers on their international maiden voyages