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9/16/2013: First Flight of Bombardier CSeries

Today, in 2013, Bombardier's CSeries aircraft, designated as the CS100, completed its maiden flight.

Helwing Villamizar
September 16, 2025
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9/15/1977: Mahé-based Air Seychelles Is Formed

Today, in 1977, Mahé-based Air Seychelles was formed in the Republic of Seychelles.

Lee Cross
September 15, 2025
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9/10/1952: TWA Introduces the Lockheed L-1049

Today, in 1952, TWA introduced the Lockheed L-1049 'Super Constellation' into its fleet.

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September 14, 2025
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9/14/2017: TAP Portugal Rebrands with "Air"

TAP Portugal rebranded as TAP Air Portugal in 2017, returning to the name used in 1979-2005.

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September 14, 2025
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9/13/2001: Ansett Australia Ceases Operations

Today, in 2001, Ansett Australia ceased operations. The airline traced its history back to 1935.

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September 13, 2025
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9/12/2008: XL Airways UK Ceases Operations

British charter XL Airways UK ceased operations in 2008 due to a deteriorating financial position.

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September 12, 2025
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9/11/1970: Britten-Norman Trislander's First Flight

The Britten-Norman Trislander, a development of the Islander, made its maiden flight in 1975.

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September 11, 2025
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