Emirates' Retrofit Programme

Emirates is undertaking one of aviation's most ambitious retrofit programmes, a $5 billion investment to completely refurbish 219 aircraft, including 110 Airbus A380s and 109 Boeing 777s.

Each retrofitted aircraft features Emirates' signature four-class configuration with next-generation seating, fully refreshed interiors, and a sleek, modern design aesthetic and colour palette. The addition of Emirates' award-winning Premium Economy cabin sets a new benchmark for an elevated travel experience.

Running in parallel to the retrofit programme, Emirates is installing Starlink Wi-Fi on 232 aircraft. Starlink’s ultra-fast, complimentary Wi-Fi delivers seamless, ground-quality connectivity at 40,000 feet, reinforcing the airline's commitment to keeping customers connected, wherever the journey takes them.

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The Making of an Icon: go behind the scenes and see how Emirates built the Aircrafted Arsenal Crest from upcycled aircraft parts

August
18
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2026
| 14:59 PM Europe/Amsterdam

  • Across 34 days, a team of 15 engineers at Emirates Engineering built the 2.4-metre sculpture to honour Emirates and Arsenal’s longstanding partnership

  • Emirates SkyCargo handled the transportation from Dubai to London, …

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The Aircrafted Arsenal Crest: Emirates turns A380 and Boeing 777 parts into iconic club emblem

August
09
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2026
| 15:15 PM Europe/Amsterdam
  • The 2.4-metre illuminated sculpture was created over 34 days by Emirates Engineering in Dubai before being flown to London
  • An Airbus A380 wheel hub forms the wheel of Arsenal’s cannon, with a titanium air duct …
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Emirates Engineering launches Material Futures Studio to inspire the next generation of aviation innovators

July
30
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2026
| 08:57 AM Europe/Amsterdam

30 July 2026, Dubai, UAE: Emirates Engineering has launched Material Futures Studio, a six-week programme that challenges university students to reimagine retired aircraft materials and transform them into new products. Led by the Upcycling …

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100 aircraft, 44 months and 4.4 million man hours: Emirates’ retrofit programme marks major milestone

July
14
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2026
| 10:59 AM Europe/Amsterdam

- Since November 2022, largest known retrofit programme has delivered full nose-to-tail refreshes across 47 A380s and 53 Boeing 777s
- Over half of the 219 aircraft slated for retrofit will be complete by December 2026

Dubai, UAE, 14 …

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Emirates completes first-ever retrofit of two-class A380 aircraft

May
20
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2026
| 09:02 AM Europe/Amsterdam

Dubai, UAE, 20 May 2026- Emirates has reached a defining milestone in its ambitious multi-billion dollar retrofit programme with the successful reconfiguration of its first two-class A380 aircraft. The newly refurbished aircraft (A6-EUX) has …

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‘DIY Dubai’ - Emirates launches TV gameshow parody video to showcase groundbreaking retrofit programme and luxury inflight experience

April
30
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2026
| 13:20 PM Europe/Amsterdam

Dubai, UAE, 30 April 2026: Emirates has launched a new video that takes a playful yet impressive look behind the scenes of its monumental retrofit programme - a $5 billion investment to completely refurbish the interiors of 219 aircraft. Ensuring …

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It's Time! Emirates’ iconic A380 returns to Dubai with world-first Starlink Wi-Fi onboard

April
27
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2026
| 11:28 AM Europe/Amsterdam

DUBAI, UAE, 27 April 2026: Emirates’ flagship A380, long celebrated as one of aviation’s most iconic aircraft, is set to reach new heights as the first installation of next-generation Starlink Wi-Fi onboard has just been completed.

The …

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Emirates to roll out next phase of fleet retrofit programme, with 111 aircraft set for next-level enhancements

November
18
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2025
| 08:00 AM Europe/Amsterdam

DUBAI, UAE 18 November 2025: Emirates' retrofit programme enters its next phase, with 60 A380s and 51 Boeing 777s lined up to receive the airline’s latest cabin innovations. Starting from August 2026, the airline will introduce a host of new …

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Gaining speed at 40,000 feet: Emirates set to operate the world’s largest Starlink-enabled international wide-body fleet, bringing ultra-fast connectivity on 232 Boeing 777 and A380 aircraft

November
17
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2025
| 06:00 AM Europe/Amsterdam
  • Emirates to offer free, super high-speed Starlink Wi-Fi for its customers starting with its first Boeing 777 commercial flight on 23 November
  • Will debut the world's first Starlink-equipped A380 aircraft, and lead the industry with …
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  • In the last year, the airline rolled out 8 fully refurbished aircraft with refreshed interiors and its highly lauded Premium Economy cabin (3 A380s, 5 Boeing 777s) as part of its US$ 4 billion retrofit programme.
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