FlyGlobespan was a Scottish LCC that expanded its network to include long-haul transatlantic service
The much-delayed Boeing 787 'Dreamliner' took to the skies for the first time today in 2009.
British World Airlines could trace its history back to 1963 and had built a reputable ACMI business.
In 1977, Airbus offered four jets to Eastern as part of a trial that led to a 23-airframe order.
Thomas Cook Airlines Belgium was founded on this day in 2001 to tap into the leisure market.
In the 90s, Oasis International had a successful charter operation to various European destinations.
Today, in 1958, National Airlines operated the US' first jet-powered domestic flight, beating AA.
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