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Emirates may boost Airbus order

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates u Emirates airline, the biggest buyer of the "superjumbo" Airbus A380, said Wednesday it is considering increasing its order for the double-decker plane despite delays on existing orders.

Emirates Chairman and Chief Executive Sheik Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum told reporters the Dubai-based carrier is looking to boost its commitment beyond the 58 it has already requested. A fresh commitment from Emirates could be a boon for Airbus, which along with U.S. rival Boeing Co. has faced a slowdown in aircraft orders during the economic downturn.

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