Maybe if EK end up diverting into BHX enroute to MAN, we'll get a better idea as to whether the A380 can really cope (when it comes to landing of course).
Regarding United, they have operated the 764 on a few occasions to BHX and from what I read, one of those flights were nearly full, so doesn't seem too out of reach.
Last edited by Planeaddict; 7th Jan 2013 at 16:27.