After 6.5 Years In Storage, Etihad’s Last Remaining Airbus A380 Is Flying Home

Etihad Airways has reactivated its final Airbus A380 aircraft after storing it for six years and five months. The superjumbo, registration A-HBD, departed from Gassim International Airport in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday, October 17th. This marks a significant milestone as Etihad completes its return to operating the double-decked airliner. The aircraft will now be flown back to Toulouse, France, where it was originally manufactured by Airbus. Etihad’s decision to reinstate its A380 fleet signifies a renewed commitment to premium travel experiences.