A380 premium focus may soon turn to low cost

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The early days of the A380 have spawned unprecedented luxury in premium classes, making the most of the exclusivity factor to promote both the new aircraft and the operating airline itself. Singapore Airlines expertly exploited the fact that it was the first to fly the new generation aircraft and, well before its first flight, had generated massive publicity for itself with an online auction.