Emirates have now confirmed EK037/09 on Sept 9th is scheduled to be operated by an A380 This is of course the evening flight. They have stated that it is linked in with the opening of their newbusiness lounge at the airport,so it could change by a day either side....see you all there
It has finally been confirmed that on Wednesday 9th September 2009, Emirates will operate (for 1 day only) the Airbus A380 on the lunchtime service (EK039/040) for the airport's 70th birthday party and official opening of its new International Pier!
EK039 arr 12.35...EK040 Dep 15.05Tim Clark, President Emirates Airline, says: "Emirates and Birmingham International Airport have enjoyed a successful partnership since we started services in 2000, and it's fitting that we should mark this significant milestone in the airport's history by flying in our most talked about aircraft. We hope that many travellers from around the region will take advantage of this opportunity to fly on the superjumbo for the first time. With the range of amenities we have on board, including the world's first Onboard Shower Spas in First Class, we are sure they won't be disappointed."Joe Kelly, Birmingham International Airport's Deputy Chief Executive Officer, said: "Our 70th anniversary is a fantastic milestone for the airport and we are delighted that Emirates is helping us celebrate our birthday with the A380. Additionally, this is the first commercial flight of an A380 outside of London Heathrow in the UK". As well as celebrating our 70th anniversary, Wednesday 9th September 2009 is also the official opening date of our new £45 million International Pier. The Pier replaces the existing Pier, constructed in 1984, with state of the art facilities and it is therefore very fitting that the Emirates Airbus A380 will be one of the first aircraft to use it."