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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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2/07/1934: First New Zealand-Australia Airmail Flight

Today, in 1934, The first official airmail flight occurred between New Zealand and Australia.

Helwing Villamizar
February 7, 2025
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2/02/1954: Japan Airlines' First International Flights

Today, in 1954, Japan Airlines began its first international scheduled air service.

Helwing Villamizar
February 2, 2025
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2/01/1964: Boeing 727 Enters Service With Eastern

Today, in 1964, the three-engined Boeing 727 entered service with launch customer Eastern Air Lines.

Lee Cross
February 1, 2025
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1/31/1986: Boeing Acquires De Havilland Canada

Today, in 1986, Boeing completed the purchase of Canadian aircraft manufacturer De Havilland Canada.

Lee Cross
January 31, 2025
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1/29/1966: The Official Opening of Auckland Airport

Today, in 1966, Auckland Airport, the largest and busiest airport in New Zealand, opened its doors.

Lee Cross
January 29, 2025
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1/28/1935: First Flight of the Potez 62

The French-built Potez 62 was a twin-engined civilian airliner that took to the skies today in 1935.

Lee Cross
January 28, 2025
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1/27/1959: First Flight of the Convair 880

The 1959 Convair 880 was designed to compete with the Boeing 707 and the Douglas DC-8.

Helwing Villamizar
January 27, 2025
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