Airbus

Airbuss double-decker A380 is the biggest passenger plane in the world, borne by massive wings made at the companys Broughton plant, near Chester. Its enormous 261.8ft wingspan  greater than the planes 238ft length  creates a huge wash of turbulence in its wake. So much so that planes following an airborne A380 must leave a five-mile gap, while traffic controllers must allow a three-minute delay for planes taking off behind an A380. The superior design is extended to the interior, with some of the most plush first and business class facilities in the sky to meet changing passenger requirements. Recent orders are good news for workers at the wing making plant in Broughton, near Chester. The 6,000 employed at the factory make wings for all Airbus planes. The orders for the A320 have created a five-year backlog, and Airbus is considering raising production from 36 aircraft per month to 38.