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History

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8/01/1997: Boeing, McDonnell Douglas Finalize Merger

This is the story of how Boeing completed its merger with McDonnell Douglas on this day in 1997.

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August 1, 2025
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7/31/1997: Boeing 737-800 Prototype Maiden Flight

Today, in 1997, the prototype Boeing 737-800 first flew, piloted by Jim McRoberts and Mike Hewett.

Helwing Villamizar
July 31, 2025
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7/30/2010: Charter Carrier AlbaStar Takes Flight

AlbaStar was created to provide charter services and religious pilgrimages across Europe.

Lee Cross
July 30, 2025
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7/29/1963: Maiden Flight of the Tupolev TU-134

Today, in 1963, the prototype Russian-built Tupolev TU-134 performed its maiden flight.

Lee Cross
July 29, 2025
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7/28/1934: Aberdeen International Airport Opens

ABZ opened its doors in 1934 and has grown to become Scotland's third busiest airport.

Lee Cross
July 28, 2025
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7/27/1949: First Flight of the Comet 1 Prototype

This is the story of the de Havilland DH.106 Comet 1, the world's first commercial jet airliner.

Helwing Villamizar
July 27, 2025
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7/26/2005: Irish LCC EUjet Ceases Operations

EUjet came at the wrong time, flying from the wrong airports and utilizing the wrong equipment.

Lee Cross
July 26, 2025
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