5. Airbus A380 general overview Aircraft general overview The Airbus A380 is the largest commercial aviation aircraft in service. While the Boeing 747 first used a double deck concept, the A380 is the first aircraft with a double deck on the complete length of the fuselage, offering 50% more floor space with a total of 550 square meters. The aircraft was developed by Airbus between 2000 and 2007, it first flew in 2005 and entered commercial service with Singapore Airlines in 2007. A cargo version
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