Qantas launches A380 on the world's longest route: Sydney-Dallas Fort Worth

Qantas launched (29-Sep-2014) A380 aircraft on world's longest route on 29-Sep-2014, with the launch of Sydney-Dallas Fort Worth A380 service on 29-Sep-2014. Qantas Group CEO Alan Joyce said: "Qantas is leading the way again with the introduction of the world's largest passenger aircraft on the world's longest route, Sydney to Dallas/Fort Worth, with a flying time of almost 16 hours". Mr Joyce said the A380 was well-suited for this long-haul route, previously operated with Boeing 747 aircraft. Qantas recently announced increased services to the US, and will now offer customers 41 weekly services to North America. About half of these services are operated by A380 aircraft and the other half by 747s with A380-style interiors. Mr Joyce said introducing A380 services between Sydney and Dallas/Fort Worth, which is the only direct service from Australia to inland United States. Qantas will operate the new A380 service six times per week (every day except Tuesdays). [more - original PR]