Fascinating aircraft...

Over the last few months I have been following the development and testing of Airbus' newest aircraft, the Airbus A380. Once in operation, it will be the biggest aircraft in service. It is designed to hold up to 853 people ... Now, that's a lot of people. They are currently doing evacuation tests to get certified by the FAA and its european counterpart. Read an article today (in german) that stated that in order to get certified for up to 850 passengers they need to squeeze 110 people out the aircraft in 90 seconds. Per exit door that is. Their goal is apparently 650 people which would still put it far ahead in terms of passenger capacity compared to a Boeing 747. Can't wait to fly with that thing.