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Final tests for the A-380

Toulouse, France - First class passengers will be able th take a shower

The test of the Airbus 380, the "Skies steamer" which within the end of this year should put in service by Singapore Airlines, are in progress. Until now 159 aircraft of this type have been ordered by 16 airlines, 132 for passengers transport and 27 cargo, far from the 250-270 planes forecast. The builders, that invested in the project about EUR 10 billion, hope that when the plane will be put in service,...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 139748
Rome, Italy, 04/26/2006 12:32
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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