Talk about roomy. Inside British Airway's new double-decker jet
The airline took delivery of a new A380 commercial jet at London's Heathrow airport
British Airways took delivery of its first Airbus A380 on Thursday at London’s Heathrow airport. The commercial jet is the world’s largest.PAUL HACKETT/Reuters
The double-decker jet has room for 469 customers in four different cabins on two levels.PAUL HACKETT/Reuters
First-class passengers, appropriately enough, will be seated at the front of the jet. Just 14 of these premium seats are available. Compared with BA’s current first-class offerings, the A380 boasts 60 per cent more personal storage and 30 per cent more personal space.British Airways
Customers travelling in Club World, or business class, can choose between seats on the main and upper decks.British Airways
Economy, renamed World Traveller, also has seats on the main and upper decks. The 55 seats for World Traveller Plus, or premium economy, are on the top floor only.PAUL HACKETT/Reuters
The aircraft is 16 per cent more fuel efficient than a Boeing 747, and quieter during takeoff and landing.PAUL HACKETT/Reuters
The jet’s first long-hual flight will be to Los Angeles from London on Sept. 24, 2013. Prices start at £621 return.British Airways