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Qatar Airways Cancels All A380 Flights On Major Long-Haul Route: See Map Now
Until last week, the airline had planned to return A380 on the route from last March 2027.
Qatar Airways continues to be a major operator of the Airbus A380, maintaining a fleet that includes eight of the double-decker jets. The Doha-based carrier is a member of the oneworld Alliance and remains among the select group of airlines still flying the A380.
Aviation analytics provider Cirium indicates that Qatar Airways has scheduled more than 2,800 A380 flights across the period from November 2026 to September 2027. This reflects the airline’s ongoing use of the type on its long-haul network.
Recent scheduling updates show that the carrier had planned to reintroduce the A380 on a key long-haul route starting in March 2027. The information suggests a shift in plans regarding the route’s A380 deployment.
The article notes that Qatar Airways is among a small set of carriers continuing to operate the A380, highlighting the aircraft’s continued, though selective, role in its long-haul schedule. No additional details about specific routes, aircraft configurations, or outcomes are provided.