In pictures: A380 in Europe

The Airbus A380 super-jumbo is making its first commercial flight to Europe, travelling from Singapore to London.

Singapore Airlines is the first carrier to operate the new double-decker aircraft on revenue-earning services.

The flight is expected to have up to 470 passengers on board, each of whom will receive a personalised certificate.

Flight SQ308 arrived ahead of schedule, passing over central London before touching down at Heathrow.

Airbus is making bold claims for the A380's impact on the environment, saying the aircraft burns 17% less fuel per seat than the current largest airliner.

Aviation enthusiasts watch as the A380 prepares to land.

Heathrow's owner, BAA, has constructed a special pier at Terminal 3 to accommodate A380s.

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