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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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3/07/1957: Maiden Flight of the Antonov An-10

Today, in 1957, the Antonov Design Bureau marked a milestone with the maiden flight of the Antonov An-10 Ukraina.

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March 7, 2025
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3/06/1970: BEA Airtours Operates Maiden Flight

Today, in 1970, the charter arm of British European Airways, BEA Airtours, took its maiden flight.

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March 6, 2025
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3/05/1923: Sikorsky Aero Engineering Corporation Is Founded

Today, in 1923, the Sikorsky Aero Engineering Corporation was founded by Igor Sikorsky.

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March 5, 2025
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3/04/2002: Ansett Australia MK. II Ceased Operations

Today, in 2002, the second incarnation of Ansett Australia ceased operations.

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March 4, 2025
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3/03/2012: Continental, United Airlines Merger Completed

Today, in 2012, Continental Airlines finally merged with United Airlines, the former ceasing brand operations.

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March 3, 2025
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2/06/1919: Deutsche Luft-Reederei Maiden Flight

Today, in 1919, Deutsche Luft-Reederei operated its inaugural flight between Berlin and Weimar.

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February 6, 2025
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2/05/1972: Aeroflot, Lufthansa Launch Joint Service

Today, in 1972, Aeroflot and Lufthansa jointly launched flights between Moscow and Frankfurt.

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February 5, 2025
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