The aircraft is the first of ten A380s ordered by the airline with delivery of the first one set for second quarter this year.
Korean Air's will be the industry's most spacious A380, with a unique upper deck of only 94 business class seats and only 407 seats in total, the fewest of any global airline.
This is a big step toward Korean Air's goal of being a respected leader in the world airline industry. The A380 is more fuel efficient and produces less CO2 emissions and features the latest inflight enhancements for more comfort, privacy and a memorable passenger experience. 'For example, all premium seats are 180-degree flat sleepers.
Korean Air initially will operate the A380 on flights from Seoul to Tokyo, Hong Kong and Bangkok, followed by transpacific flights in August and September from New York and Los Angeles respectively.
