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Discover the untold story of three aircraft that transformed modern aviation forever. From the revolutionary fly-by-wire A320 that democratized air travel, to the colossal double-decker A380 superjumbo that nearly bankrupted its maker, to the carbon-fiber A350 that redefined efficiency-these Airbus giants represent triumph, tragedy, and technological brilliance. THE AIRBUS WARS-A320, A380, A350 takes you behind the scenes of aviation's most ambitious projects. Witness the engineering battles, corporate drama, and billion-dollar gambles that brought these aircraft from drawing board to reality. Stand inside the massive assembly halls where wings and fuselages come together. Sit in the cockpit as pilots master these technological marvels. Follow the business decisions that made the A320 the best-selling jetliner in history while the A380 met an early grave. Inside, you'll discover: - How the A320's controversial fly-by-wire technology revolutionized an entire industry-despite early fatal crashes that nearly killed the program - The $6 billion wiring disaster that delayed the A380 and exposed deep fractures within Airbus - Why the A350 exists-and how Boeing's 787 Dreamliner forced Airbus to tear up their plans and start over - What it's really like to fly these aircraft, from the pilot's perspective - How these three jets reshaped global air travel and connected billions of people - The future of aviation as environmental pressures threaten to ground today's giants Written with technical depth yet accessible to all readers, this comprehensive account reveals why these three aircraft represent both Airbus's greatest achievements and its most humbling lessons. Whether you're an aviation enthusiast, frequent flyer, or simply fascinated by engineering triumphs, this is the definitive story of the machines that rule our skies. The era of giants may be ending-but their legacy will endure for generations.

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