Qantas to retire its A380s by 2028, marking the twilight of the jumbo era
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Qantas will retire its entire 10-aircraft Airbus A380 fleet in 2028, four years earlier than planned, due to rising maintenance and fuel costs. The A380’s era is ending gradually as carriers pivot to more efficient jets and expanded premium cabins, with Emirates likely remaining the last major operator into the early 2040s.
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