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2/12/2012: PEOPLExpress MK. II Is Founded

Today, in 2012, US low-cost carrier PEOPLExpress MK. II was launched in Virginia.

Lee Cross
February 12, 2025
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2/11/1958: First US African-American FA Takes Flight

Today, in 1958, Ruth Carol Taylor, the first U.S. African American FA, starts to perform her duties.

Lee Cross
February 11, 2025
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2/10/1996: Edelweiss Air Commences Operations

Today, in 1996, Swiss leisure airline Edelweiss Air operated its maiden flight.

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February 10, 2025
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2/09/1969: The Queen of the Skies Takes Flight

Today, in 1969, the prototype Boeing 747 took to the skies for the first time from Seattle, WA.

Lee Cross
February 9, 2025
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2/08/2010: Maiden Flight of the Boeing 747-8F

Today, in 2010, the Boeing 747-8F performed its maiden flight after high-speed and taxiing tests.

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February 8, 2025
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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.

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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.

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February 2, 2025
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