As the offensive continues, passengers over the next few years are bound to get nicer, quieter aircraft.

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Some politicians wonder whether Congress should be in the business of telling airlines how far to fly their planes, especially since modern aircraft are much quieter than they were back in 1966.

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The A380 offers several improvements from older aircraft for all passengers, including wider seats and a quieter ride.

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