Malaysia Airlines launches A380 ‘Superjumbo’

Malaysia Airlines today celebrated the launch of its first Airbus A380 service between KL International Airport (KLIA), Malaysia and London Heathrow, joining the elite league of airlines to fly the world’s largest and most eco-efficient airliner. The A380 painted in its full celebration livery arrived into London Heathrow from KLIA as flight MH002 early this morning before departing on its schedule from the UK at 12.00 GMT. Malaysia Airlines’ Group CEO Ahmad Jauhari Yahya was joined by Malaysian dignitaries, the first A380 passengers and UK travel trade partners to celebrate the airline’s inaugural non-stop Airbus A380 flight from Heathrow to KLIA. Speaking at the event, held in Malaysia Airlines’ newly refurbished Golden Lounge at Heathrow Terminal 4 prior to the departure of flight MH003, Mr. Ahmad Jauhari Yahya highlighted the airline’s commitment to the London Heathrow – KLIA route. “The A380 showcases our latest premium offering and it was imperative that the first of these new aircraft was inaugurated on the prestigious London route, a route we have been operating from Kuala Lumpur since 1974. The A380 is our latest flagship aircraft offering new levels of comfort, luxury and convenience for long-haul travel and we look forward to delivering our great Malaysian Hospitality to our UK guests.” Colin Matthews, CEO of BAA added “We are delighted to welcome Malaysia Airlines to the list of carriers that operate A380s here at Heathrow.  The A380 represents a significant step forward in improved environmental performance on Heathrow’s airfield and we are proud to accommodate this latest addition to the fleet.”