Emirates' big airbus is set to make a return to Glasgow this year.
The double-decker A380, which has a wingspan of almost 80 meters, will be operating on Scotland's busiest long-haul journey from March.
The Glasgow-Dubai route will carry 500 passengers on the aircraft on a year-round basis, two times a day. Emirates' Boeing 777 aircraft fleet will also continue to be used on the route.
Mark Johnston, Managing Director at Glasgow Airport, said: “Emirates’ decision to operate a year-round daily service using the Airbus A380 is tremendous news and underlines the airline’s continued commitment to Glasgow Airport and its passengers."
“We invested significantly in our international pier infrastructure to vastly improve the experience for our long-haul carriers and passengers last year. This included the building of Scotland’s first and only triple airbridge, which not only supports a wide range of aircraft types but is perfect for servicing the A380.
“The decision to make such a significant investment was a bold one, however, the return of this iconic aircraft to daily service underlines our continued ambition and is testament to the Dubai route’s enduring popularity with our customers.
“This decision marks yet another milestone in a relationship with Emirates that dates back to 2004, when the first ever route between Scotland and the Middle East was launched at Glasgow Airport.
“Our Dubai double daily is Scotland’s leading long-haul route, so it’s fitting that the world’s largest commercial passenger aircraft will play a part in the unique customer experience offered to Emirates’ passengers at Glasgow Airport.”
The aircraft returned in April last year and made Scottish aviation history when it entered the regular service for the first time from Glasgow.
The service hosts a three-class configuration, with 14 private suites in First-Class, 76 lie-flat seats in Business Class and 399 spacious seats in Economy Class.
Emirates' SkyCargo on the A380 also vows to continue to carry Glaswegian exports across the globe, including Scottish whisky, salmon, cheese, chocolate and oil well equipment.
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