Not sure if it was planned or not, but the 2 BA 744s that came in before the A380 were perfect for giving the photographers a chance to set up. I got this (
http://www.airliners.net/addphotos/b..._18may2006.jpg) from the BA West Base car park at Hatton Cross.
I'm still amazed at how quiet that bird is, nothing for the Hounslow moaners to complain about.