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History

Documented accounts of aviation’s past—airlines, aircraft, routes, milestones, and personalities—presented with historical accuracy and archival context.
April 26, 2024

4/26/1972: Lockheed L-1011 Enters Commercial Service

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8/27/2015: SkyGreece Airlines Suspends Operations

SkyGreece Airlines was established to connect Greek ex-pats with their homeland.

Lee Cross
August 27, 2024
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8/26/1969: Fairchild Swearingen Metroliner First Flight

Today, in 1969, the prototype Fairchild Swearingen Metroliner took to the skies for the first time.

Lee Cross
August 26, 2024
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8/25/1955: First Flight of the HPR.3 Herald

Today, in 1955, the HPR.3 Herald prototype flew three months ahead of the F27 Friendship.

Helwing Villamizar
August 25, 2024
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8/24/1986: Frontier Airlines Ceased Operations

The original Frontier Airlines served over 87 million passengers during its existence.

Lee Cross
August 24, 2024
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8/23/1965: Air Wisconsin Airlines Begins Operations

Today, in 1965, commuter carrier Air Wisconsin Airlines started operations. This is their story.

Helwing Villamizar
August 23, 2024
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8/22/1974: The Short 330 Performs Maiden Flight

Today, in 1974, the prototype Short 330 (G-BSBH) made its maiden flight. This is its story.

Lee Cross
August 22, 2024
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8/21/1985: Sir Freddie Laker-BA US$8m Settlement

Today, in 1985, Sir Freddie Laker accepts a US$8m out-of-court settlement from British Airways.

Lee Cross
August 21, 2024
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