Earthly Airbus

Airbus just did a test flight of its new Airbus A380, the largest passenger plane ever created. It’s supposed to beginning service in 2006 and it will hold 555 passengers. Touted as extremely fuel-efficient and the future of passenger flight, the question becomes whether the public embrace this flying giant.


Discussion Questions

Holding an estimated 555 passengers, will the size of this plane scare aware potential passengers?

Will the fuel efficiency of this plane help salvage an industry sinking under the weight of high fuel costs?

Will the A380 run into resistance from airports and local communities, in the way the Concorde did?


Learning Links

Airbus A380
What is the Airbus A380 really like? Take a look at it’s features and benefits, and decide for yourself.
Source: Airbus

Seeing Is Believing
Discover the latest information on the A380 and its first test flight. There are photos, videos, e-cards, and activities. You can even build your own paper A380!
Source: Airbus

Needed: Safe Home For Super Aircraft
Now that Airbus has designed the largest passenger jet, where will the house it?
Source: Monolithic Commercial Buildings