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12/07/2011: Virgin Australia Absorbes V Australia

V Australia was integrated into Virgin Australia on this day in 2011.

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12/06/1957: Maiden Flight of the Lockheed L-188 Electra

The Lockheed L-188 Electra took to the skies on this day in 1957, two months ahead of schedule.

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12/05/1919: Avianca Is Established in 1919

Avianca (AV) was established in 1919, becoming the world's second oldest airline.

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12/04/1991: Pan Am’s Final Flight

After six decades of incredible aviation heritage, Pan Am ceased operations on this day in 1991.

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Did You Fly the McDonald’s McPlane?

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12/02/1939: New York’s LaGuardia Airport Begins Operations

The much-criticized airport first opened for business on this day in 1939.

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A Brief History of Latino Aviation Pioneers

Hispanic men and women have changed aviation since the dawn of flight, setting records and exploring the farthest limits of.

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This is the fascinating story of the Curtiss Goupil Duck that chronicles four aviation pioneers battling it out in the.

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