This variant introduces a new material chapter to the Lufthansa A380 D-AIMI “Berlin” edition: GLARE.

GLARE (Glass Laminate Aluminium Reinforced Epoxy) is a fiber-metal laminate composed of alternating layers of aluminum and glass fiber reinforced epoxy. Originally developed in cooperation with TU Delft, the material was designed to reduce weight while improving fatigue and corrosion resistance. The Airbus A380 was the first commercial aircraft to use GLARE extensively in its upper fuselage – marking a significant step in civil aviation engineering.

D-AIMI (MSN 072) first flew in November 2011 and was withdrawn from service during the COVID period, with its final ferry flight recorded on 22 February 2021. This GLARE edition is crafted from that same advanced fuselage material – visible in the subtle layered structure along the cut edges.

Unlike standard aluminum, GLARE reveals a distinct, slightly textured surface. The layered composition reflects the engineering philosophy behind the A380: strength through innovation.

This officially licensed Aviationtag x Lufthansa edition combines documented aircraft history with one of the most advanced structural materials ever used in large-scale commercial aviation.

Please note that due to the strength of some Glare Aviationtags, the cover might not fit.

Dimensions: 35x88mm / 10x15cm with Cardboard

Note: Each tag is one of a kind. Depending on the aircraft, tags can vary in feel, material thickness, and color. Small imperfections reflect years in the air and bring the character of past days to life. Minor scratches, paint chips, and irregularities are completely normal and give every Aviationtag its unique charm—true vintage pieces made from upcycled aircraft material. These features are not caused by the production process; they reflect the condition of the original aircraft material used.

Airbus A380-841 (D-AIMI “Berlin”): The Airbus A380 is the world’s largest passenger aircraft—an unmistakable flagship that, in Lufthansa service, stood for premium long-haul travel, presence, and iconic gate moments. D-AIMI carried the name “Berlin,” reflecting Lufthansa’s long-standing tradition of naming aircraft after German cities. This airframe, Airbus manufacturer serial number (MSN) 072, completed its first flight on 16 November 2011 and its final flight on 22 February 2021 (ferry). Powered by four Rolls-Royce Trent 970 engines, the A380 measures approx. 72.7 m in length with a 79.8 m wingspan, cruises around 900 km/h (Mach 0.85), and offers a range of up to roughly 8,000 NM depending on configuration. After the end of its active service, selected segments from this A380 were secured for our officially licensed Aviationtag x Lufthansa edition—another milestone in the collaboration.