The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The addition of a premium economy class cabin is one of the new features on the A380.
The aircraft will be delivered to long-haul destinations like London, Paris, and New York.
The premium economy class cabin is the first of its kind in the Middle East.
The world's largest passenger jet is getting a new lease on life.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
Airlines have been torn on what to do with the A380 as the COVID-19 pandemic and a shift towards sustainable sky has forever changed how people travel. Some airlines have decided to retire the A380 while others have embraced it.
The A380 is from the Emirates.
The world's largest operator of the A380 has embraced the aircraft and plans to fly its fleet of 123 A380s for years to come. When booking a seat on the A380 with 52 aircraft receiving cabin upgrades, the airline is giving its customers even more to look forward to.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The new economy class cabin and upgrades to the rest of the aircraft will make it difficult for seasoned travelers to reacclimate to the aircraft.
The A380 is an aircraft from Emirates.
Tim Clark, president of Emirates, said in a statement that the A380 is already one of the most sought-after travel experiences in the skies.
The A380 is an aircraft from the airlines.Lukas Wunderlich/Shutterstock.com
The new restyled A380 was shown off by the airline at the airshow. Here's what it's like outside.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The first thing passengers will see when boarding the A380 is the premium economy cabin.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The premium economy cabin on any aircraft is the first of its kind in the Middle East.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The space used to be occupied by 88 economy seats that were replaced by 56 premium economy seats.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
Wide-body aircraft such as the A380 have a 2-4-2 configuration in the cabin.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
Premium economy seats have up to 40 inches of legroom and 19.5 inches of width.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The seats are made of anti-stain leather with wood panels that are similar to those found upstairs in business class. Premium economy class is a compromise between economy class and business class.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The window seat is ideal for couples traveling together and the pair of seats along the cabin wall are ideal for those that prefer the window seat.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
Larger groups of travelers are better suited for seats in the center-aisle.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The seats have standard amenities including a power outlet, coat hook, and drink counter.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
In-flight entertainment in the cabin is provided through seat-back entertainment screens. Movies, music, television shows, games, moving maps, and even the ability to view the aircraft's external cameras are offered by the ICE system.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
Premium economy seats offer a deeper recline than economy class seats, with calf rests and footrests available for additional comfort.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
Flight attendants give out blanket kits on long-haul flights and each seat has a six-way headrest.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
There are additional storage compartments at each seat to hold items.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
Tim Clark, president of Emirates, said that the Premium Economy product was carefully developed in keeping with the airline's brand positioning as a full-service airline of the highest quality.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The ghaf tree is the national tree of the U.S.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The premium economy class aircraft are being saved for long-haul destinations including London, Paris, New York, and Frankfurt, Germany.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The economy class takes up the rest of the lower deck with more than 300 seats.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The seats are configured in a 10 abreast layout. There are gaps between the window seats and the sidewalls on the A380.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The new seats have been designed with ergonomics in mind.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The new seats are noticeably less cluttered than their predecessors.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The tray tables are not built with cupholders as is the case with previous generation seats.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The in-flight entertainment screens are the same size.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The A380 economy seats have between 32 and 24 inches of legroom and between 17 and 18 inches of pitch.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The cabin design has remained the same, but wood finishing can still be found around the windows.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The economy class cabin is now watched over by ghaf trees.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The upper deck of the aircraft is off-limits to those in the premium economy class and economy class cabins on the lower deck. It also has a ghaf tree design.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The upper deck has 76 seats in total, and the majority of them are in the business class.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The 1-2-1 seat configuration gives each passenger direct aisle access.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The seats have been covered with champagne-colored leather and wood finishing on the hard surfaces.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The wood panels cover the countertops at each seat.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The true window seats away from the aisle are more private.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The center-aisle seats are ideal for couples or travel companions. The two seats are a few inches apart.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
If the person in the next seat is not familiar with the other person, a partition can be raised.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
If traveling alone, other center-aisle seats are closer to the aisle for additional separation.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
Business class passengers have a number of standard seat amenities, including a power outlet, a mini bar, and an in-flight entertainment screen.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
Business class has a personal mini bar, as well as sparkling water and a plastic cup.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
When it's time to rest, a blanket and oversized pillow are placed at each seat.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
First class has the most cabin on the aircraft.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The 14 first class suites offer one of the most luxurious and expensive experiences in the sky, made even better by the new enhancements.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The taller doors of the upgraded first class suites offer more privacy. The only passengers on the plane are the flyers and they can retreat into the cabin.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
There is a large recliner chair next to the big entertainment screen inside the suite.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The suite has an assortment of snacks and cold drinks, including Evian water and Perrier sparkling water.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The suite has buttons that control its functions, including opening and closing the doors.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
Byredo toiletries are hidden in hidden compartments. Travelers receive a kit with products.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
In the first class cabin of the airline, there are high ticket prices to match the luxurious experience.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
One flight attendant told Insider that a first class ticket from New York to Dubai is the price of a small car.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
Travelers can redline their seats and close their doors when they are ready to sleep.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The shower spas on the A380 are getting touch-ups of their own when it's time to refresh.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The private spas have the same color scheme as the public ones, with ghaf trees replacing the mural of Dubai that used to line the wall.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
First class travelers can reserve appointment slots to use the shower while in flight and have 15-20 minutes of hot water time.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
Passengers can use Voya products in the shower. The finishing touches are provided by the Bulgari cologne and perfume.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The bar at the back of the A380's upper deck is open to premium cabin passengers. The in-flight bar on the A380 serves beer, wine, and cocktails as well as light fare.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
Travelers can retreat to the social area and enjoy their drinks in the newly installed seating areas.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
As more airlines retire their double-decker aircraft, the setup is becoming a rarity.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
The final A380 was delivered to the airline by the manufacturer, which ended production of the aircraft.
The final A380 bound for the airline.
The future of the airline is now with twin-engine aircraft. Clark admits that the A380's size allowed it to offer products that can't be directly matched on a smaller aircraft.
The Boeing plane at the airshow.
Clark said in an interview with Insider that the Boeing 777X was as good as the A380 on the upper deck.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
Travelers will still be able to book for decades to come, and some may even be able to find one of the 52 aircraft in the new configuration.
The refurbished A380 is at the Airshow.
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