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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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5/14/1997: Five Airlines Establish the Star Alliance

Today, in 1997, five airlines founded the Star Alliance, the world's first and largest airline alliance.

Helwing Villamizar
May 14, 2024
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5/13/1970: 'Buffalo Joe' McBryan Founds Buffalo Airways

Today, in 1970, pilot Joe McBryan founded Buffalo Airways after purchasing it from legendary Arctic aviator Bob Gauchie.

Lee Cross
May 13, 2025
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5/12/1982: Braniff International Airways is Grounded

Today, in 1982, one of the world's most iconic airlines, Braniff International Airways, ceased operations.

Lee Cross
May 12, 2025
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5/11/1934: the Douglas DC-2 Takes Flight for the First Time

Today, in 1934, the Douglas DC-2 made its maiden flight. Douglas Test Pilot Carl Cover was in command.

Lee Cross
May 11, 2025
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9/10/1952: TWA Introduces the Lockheed L-1049

Today, in 1952, TWA introduced the Lockheed L-1049 'Super Constellation' into its fleet.

Lee Cross
September 10, 2024
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5/09/1967: Fokker’s F28 Fellowship Takes Flight

Today, in 1967, The Fokker F28-1000 Fellowship prototype took to the skies for its maiden flight.

Lee Cross
May 9, 2024
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5/08/2008: Isle of Man-based Euromanx Ceases Operations

 Today, in 2008, Isle of Man-based EuroManx ceased operations. Here is its story.

Lee Cross
May 8, 2025
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