Etihad Airways’ A380 lands in New York

An Etihad Airways flight from Abu Dhabi to New York arrived at JFK Airport on Monday heralding the start of the airline’s A380  service.

Etihad pilots waved the US and UAE flags from the cockpit after the super-jumbo arrived on its stand in New York. Image: Etihad Airways

The A380 features The Residence, the three-room suite in the sky. 

Antonoaldo Neves, CEO of Etihad Airways, said: "We're thrilled to introduce our A380 experience to New York, confident that our guests will relish the exceptional onboard journey. Whether travelling in Economy, Business, First Class, or our luxurious three-room suite, The Residence, passengers can expect unparalleled service from our award-winning crew. 

“We want to ensure guests arrive in the Big Apple feeling refreshed and at ease. This commitment is crucial for all our travellers, not least our corporate clients who rely on us for business travel, and we have timed our A380 services, so customers arrive in New York or Abu Dhabi in time to make good use of the business day, or for their onward connections. 

“Introducing the A380 to the popular New York route aligns with our strategy to meet increasing customer demand and expand our network. It comes just three weeks after we launched our new route to Boston, our fourth US gateway, underlining our commitment to serving and growing the North American market.”

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