Australia established Qantas in 1920, making it the world's third-oldest commercial carrier.
The Tupolev Tu-114 Rossiya Russian airliner performed its maiden flight today in 1957.
Since 1935, the Noorduyn Norseman was produced for nearly 25 years and had over 900 units built.
This is the tale of the first incarnation of Midway Airlines, which ceased operations today in 1991.
This is the story of Shuttle American, which began operations today in 1998 with three Dash 8-300s.
The twin-engine regional transport aircraft CASA/IPTN CN-235 first took to the skies today in 1983.
Belgian flag carrier Sabena ceased operations today in 2001. It began operations in 1923.
A global review of commercial flight
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