The airline that will fly only A380s
From zero to four planes in a matter of months: all A380s, Airbus' glorious giant of the skies, for [...]
From zero to four planes in a matter of months: all A380, Airbu's glorious giant of the skies.s, to operate flights between the UK and the US.
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The airline is called Global Airlines, is still a startup, but its mission is clear: to bring the flying experience back to what it was "golden age" made only of exclusive services, luxury, prices affordable only to a few, design, opulence and customization.
And its fleet will consist exclusively of A380 - all owned, no leasing-with the first of these having just been purchased. Planned takeoff: early 2024.
The only A380 to have had three owners
We have often written that the A380s, unlike the rest of the world's fleet, have no second-hand market. In fact, to date, all of the decommissioned A380s have been dismantled, all but one: the one bought by Global Airlines.
This is the sixth A380 built by Airbus, Delivered to Singapore Airlines in 2008 was redelivered in 2018 when the lease expires. Taking over from Singapore Airlines had been the Portuguese company Hi Fly, which had taken this A380 aiming to wet-lease it to companies and corporations for private events. But then the covid broke out and Hi Fly also raised the white flag and returned the plane.
Here, then the world's only A380 to have flown with two different companies will soon be even more unique since it was bought by Global Airlines it will also be the only one to have had three owners, now we will see what the other 3 giants of the skies will be. The new company may be aiming at On Malaysia's nearly new A380s, go for the safe second-hand Singapore or Emirates or save from the scrapheap Air France's A380s parked in the desert for almost 4 years or those of China Southern that they just stopped flying.
Who is Global Airlines?
The ambitious Global Airlines was born as a startup in these post-pandemic years and aims to operate transatlantic flights from London to New York and Los Angeles, two of the world's busiest routes where, among others, big British players such as British Airways and Virgin Atlantic.
With the announcement of the first A380 (bought by Doric Aviation, a German lessor company) has already broken a first record: it is the first carrier in the past 8 years to have bought the giant of the skies and two planes.
Having already painted the livery, as seen in the photos, the company will now redesign the interior and fittings of the his first little gem. According to the company's development plan, 3 more A380 aircraft will arrive in the coming months.
The overbearing return of the A380s
Global Airlines' A380 operation takes advantage of just such a "used" machine park and grounded during the pandemic, with many airlines having decided to stop using the double-decker Airbus model, signaling the end of an era.
Good fortune, however, has been wanting, supporting the A380 cause. The strong rebound of the travel industry with ever-increasing demand and the resulting slowdown in new aircraft deliveries by Airbus and Boieng have prompted carriers to reconsider their plans.
If some airlines-such as Thai Airways and Air France-have no longer resumed A380 flights; all others have recalled the giants of the skies from "retirement." Among these Emirates, British, Lufthansa, Singapore Airlines and Qantas.
Now, however, thanks in part to the Global Airlines operation, the A380 is powerfully carving out a new leading role In aviation.
Its mix of comfort, luxurious onboard services, and a huge capacity of passengers carried is starting to make the difference in an economy of scale Who wants to work with big numbers and as much revenue.
"By choosing to purchase our aircraft instead of leasing them, we want to demonstrate our commitment to financial security and resilience from the outset," said the carrier's founder and ceo, James Asquith - The A380, renowned for its exceptional space, comfort and service, will play a key role in realizing this vision. Our next commitment is to renovate and refurbish the aircraft to meet our rigorous standards and ensure an unparalleled passenger experience."
