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Airbus faces A380 sales snag as used planes hit the market

It hasn't won a new airline customer in almost 3 years and needs to sell close to 30 a year just to break even

Published Mon, Jun 8, 2015 · 09:50 PM
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AIRBUS Group is set to face a fresh challenge in reviving sales of its flagship A380 superjumbo as used aircraft hit the market.

Malaysia Airlines said on June 2 it would like to dispose of two of its six A380s, deliveries of which began three years ago, while two built for failed carrier Skymark Airlines are seeking new owners.

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