United Arab Emirates – Emirates has confirmed plans to expand its active Airbus A380 fleet to 110 aircraft by the end of 2026, reactivating additional airframes from long-term storage and committing to operate the type until 2041.

• Emirates currently operates 95–96 A380s and will restore more frames after completing required maintenance and cabin upgrades.

• Sir Tim Clark, President of Emirates, confirmed that the airline intends to keep the A380 in service for another 16 years, with the final retirement targeted for 2041.

• Emirates originally purchased 116 of the 251 A380s ever built and has recently acquired additional examples from long-term lessors to support long-term operational needs.

Source: Emirates