Today, in 1996, Swiss leisure airline Edelweiss Air operated its maiden flight.
Today, in 1969, the prototype Boeing 747 took to the skies for the first time from Seattle, WA.
Today, in 2010, the Boeing 747-8F performed its maiden flight after high-speed and taxiing tests.
Today, in 1934, The first official airmail flight occurred between New Zealand and Australia.
Today, in 1954, Japan Airlines began its first international scheduled air service.
Today, in 1964, the three-engined Boeing 727 entered service with launch customer Eastern Air Lines.
Today, in 1986, Boeing completed the purchase of Canadian aircraft manufacturer De Havilland Canada.
A global review of commercial flight
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