Emirates
Emirates is the world's largest Airbus A380 operator. The airline is based out of Dubai International Airport, and carrier many passengers connecting through Dubai alongside those traveling to or from the city. The airline only operates the Boeing 777 and A380, though it is due to add the Airbus A350 and Boeing 777X in the coming years. (Featured image: Vincenzo Pace - Simple Flying)
- IATA/ICAO Code:
- EK/UAE
- Airline Type:
- Full Service Carrier
- Hub(s):
- Dubai International Airport
- Year Founded:
- 1985
- CEO:
- Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum
- Country:
- United Arab Emirates
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