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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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11/21/2011: Astraeus Airlines Ceases Operations

This is why UK charter and sublease carrier Astraeus Airlines ceased operations today, in 2011.

Lee Cross
November 21, 2025
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11/20/2012: Brighton City Airways Is Founded

This is the story of the virtual airline Brighton City Airways, founded in Sussex today in 2012.

Lee Cross
November 20, 2025
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11/19/2003: Atlantic Coast Rebrands as Independence Air

Regional carrier Atlantic Coast Airlines announced its rebranding as Independence Air today in 2003.

Lee Cross
November 19, 2025
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11/17/1995: The GE90 Engine Enters Service

The General Electric GE90 entered service today in 1995. It changed the way aircraft were powered.

Helwing Villamizar
November 17, 2025
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11/16/1920: Qantas Is Established in Queensland

Australia established Qantas in 1920, making it the world's third-oldest commercial carrier.

Helwing Villamizar
November 16, 2025
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11/15/1957: First flight of the Tupolev Tu-114

The Tupolev Tu-114 Rossiya Russian airliner performed its maiden flight today in 1957.

Helwing Villamizar
November 16, 2025
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11/14/1935: First Noorduyn Norseman Tested on Floats

Since 1935, the Noorduyn Norseman was produced for nearly 25 years and had over 900 units built.

Helwing Villamizar
November 14, 2025
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