Lufthansa announces Houston as the first destination in Texas for airline's A380 service

The A380 is the largest passenger jet in the world, with 63 percent more cabin
space than the next largest aircraft, the Boeing 747-400. The new jet will carry up to 526 passengers, with eight seats in the First Class and 98 in Business Class on the upper deck, and 420 seats in Economy on the lower deck. In addition to its size, the A380 boasts other impressive achievements. It is significantly quieter in flight, more spacious throughout, and offers reduced fuel consumption and lower emission levels.

"As the gateway to Texas' energy capital, Bush Intercontinental welcomes the A380 as a symbol of Houston's significant role as an international hub," said Mario Diaz, Director of the Houston Airport System. "I believe the new aircraft is a game changer and is an excellent fit for transatlantic flights between Houston and Germany as Lufthansa expands its service."

The new A380 service will operate from Terminal D. Over the next several months, the Houston Airport System will be renovating Terminal D and in anticipation of the A380, making accommodations to handle the extra-large aircraft.

Lufthansa will be the first airline to operate this aircraft in Texas. As a member of Star Alliance, customers flying on Lufthansa can connect to flights on United Airlines, which operates its largest hub in Houston with more than 500 daily flights.