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History

Documented accounts of aviation’s past—airlines, aircraft, routes, milestones, and personalities—presented with historical accuracy and archival context.
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12/17/1903: The Wright Brothers' First Sustained Powered Flight

On this day in 1903, the Wright brothers made their historic first sustained powered flight.

Helwing Villamizar
December 17, 2024
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12/16/2009: FlyGlobespan Goes Belly up

FlyGlobespan was a Scottish LCC that expanded its network to include long-haul transatlantic service

Helwing Villamizar
December 16, 2024
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12/15/2009: The Dreamliner Performs Its Maiden Flight

The much-delayed Boeing 787 'Dreamliner' took to the skies for the first time today in 2009.

Helwing Villamizar
December 15, 2024
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12/14/2001: British World Airlines Ceased Operations

British World Airlines could trace its history back to 1963 and had built a reputable ACMI business.

Lee Cross
December 14, 2024
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12/13/1977: Eastern Introduces the A300 in the US

In 1977, Airbus offered four jets to Eastern as part of a trial that led to a 23-airframe order.

Lee Cross
December 13, 2024
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12/12/2001: Thomas Cook Airlines Belgium Is Founded

Thomas Cook Airlines Belgium was founded on this day in 2001 to tap into the leisure market.

Lee Cross
December 12, 2024
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12/11/1996: Oasis International Ceases Operations

In the 90s, Oasis International had a successful charter operation to various European destinations.

Lee Cross
December 11, 2024
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