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Emirates showcases revamped Airbus A380 at Bahrain International Airshow

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Michael Doersam Chief Financial & Group Services Officer | Emirates Airline

By Sky Industry News

Nov 8, 2024

Emirates will display its retrofitted four-class Airbus A380 at the Bahrain International Airshow, featuring new livery and updated cabin interiors. The aircraft will showcase Emirates' latest onboard experience, including spacious cabins, the Onboard Lounge, Shower Spa, Premium Economy, and other signature products.

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Emirates Airline & Group, stated: “Our participation at the Bahrain International Airshow underscores our longstanding ties with the Kingdom and strong commitment to supporting a vibrant regional aviation industry. Proudly displaying Emirates as well as flydubai aircraft at the airshow demonstrates our confidence and optimism for the future and strengthening our flourishing industry. We look forward to connecting with partners and peers to drive positive change during the event.”

The Airbus A380 on display will include 14 private First-Class suites, 76 lie-flat Business Class seats, 56 Premium Economy seats, and 338 Economy Class seats. The Premium Economy cabin offers seven rows in a 2-4-2 layout with features like in-seat charging points and a side cocktail table.

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The double-decker aircraft also includes an updated Onboard Lounge and Shower Spa in First Class. Emirates' cabin crew will be available to highlight these features to visitors.

As the largest operator of the Airbus A380 globally, Emirates is conducting an extensive retrofit program valued at over US$4 billion. To date, 40 aircraft have been refreshed with new interiors across all cabins.

Since 2000, Emirates has served Bahrain's skies with high-quality products and services. The airline operates 21 weekly flights to Bahrain using Boeing 777 aircraft and connects travelers from Bahrain to over 140 destinations via Dubai. Since operations began, Emirates has transported more than 7.8 million passengers on nearly 48,500 flights between Bahrain and other locations.

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