Korean Air orders 5 Airbus A380's

Korean Air has confirmed it is to add five super jumbo Airbus 380 aircraft to its fleet beginning in 2007.

Airbus is unveiling the new A380 at a ceremony in France today.

“Today marks the beginning of a new generation in air travel,” Korean Air Chairman and CEO Yang Ho Cho said. “The introduction of the A380 to our fleet meets Korean Air’s corporate mission of Excellence in Flight – our long-term commitment to pursuing service, operational and innovative excellence. We are focused on offering a new dimension of service to our customers and to our industry and the A380 represents another step forward as a customer-oriented airline.”

Korean Air has confirmed that it will add five A380s to its fleet with an option for three more orders. Delivery of the first five will be between 2007-2009, and operate initially on its high traffic routes between Seoul and the U.S. and Europe.

The new aircraft will enable Korean Air to offer enhanced in-flight services to its passengers. The airline plans to configure the two-story aircraft to provide approximately 500 seats in three classes. More comfortable seats in first and business classes and roomier seats in economy class will allow Korean Air to upgrade its in-flight experience. In addition, Korean Air will plans to add more entertainment features for its passengers on long-haul flights.

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