Airbus A380 Depreciation: Superjumbo's Value Fell Below Its Landing Gear Cost
The Airbus A380, once listed at over $445 million, experienced a catastrophic decline in market value. By 2020, the superjumbo's worth had fallen so drastically that its value as a complete aircraft was reportedly less than the cost of its landing gear alone. An analysis by aviation consultancy IBA estimated the value of a 12-year-old A380 at just $77 million. This valuation crisis accelerated the aircraft's retirement from major airlines like Air France and Lufthansa. The trend highlighted the industry's shift away from very large quad-jets, with many A380s becoming more valuable for their individual parts than as flying assets.
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