Superjumbo: Emirates Bought 29 Airbus A380s During Its Most Profitable Year Ever

Emirates purchased a total of 29 Airbus A380 airframes during FY2025-26, transitioning the leased superjumbos to full ownership. These aircraft were already flying for the carrier and were due to be returned to their leasing company owners. Emirates is the world’s largest A380 operator with more than 90 examples in service and dozens more parked, and has committed to flying the double-decker until at least 2040.