The Airbus A380, the world’s largest passenger plane, is making quite the comeback right now. It was recently considered the plane of a bygone, pre-pandemic, era, according to Bloomberg.

British Airways received its first three examples of the Airbus A380 in 2013, followed by another five in 2014. These arrivals were then followed by another two apiece in 2015 and 2016.

I flew with British Airways in both the economy (coach) and premium economy cabins. The upper deck of a BA Airbus A380 means plenty of space, even in economy.

British Airways is the latest airline investing in the future of the A380 superjumbo, unveiling a fresh design for its first class product, set to launch on the airline’s A380 airplanes in 2026.

British Airways' new first-class is set to launch on its Airbus A380 jets in 2026. A British Airways Airbus A380. JoanValls/Urbanandsport /NurPhoto via Getty Images ...

British Airways operates a fleet of 12 A380 aircraft, having taken its first A380 in 2012. All of these will be serviced by LHT Philippines, with the extension also including 12-year heavy checks.

British Airways' new first-class is set to launch on its Airbus A380 jets in 2026. A British Airways Airbus A380. JoanValls/Urbanandsport /NurPhoto via Getty Images ...

Why the Airbus A380 superjumbo jet is making an unlikely comeback By Erin Black,CNBC • Published December 19, 2023 • Updated on December 19, 2023 • Published December 19, 2023 • Updated on ...

I flew with British Airways in both the economy (coach) and premium economy cabins. The upper deck of a BA Airbus A380 means plenty of space, even in economy.

Rare sight: British Airways’ Airbus A380 jets are currently in storage (British Airways) Leer en Español. Your support helps us to tell the story. Read more. Support Now.

British Airways is the latest airline investing in the future of the A380 superjumbo, unveiling a fresh design for its first class product, set to launch on the airline’s A380 airplanes in 2026.