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History

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8/28/2008: Zoom Airlines Ceases Operations

Today, in 2008, Ottawa-based Canadian low-cost, long-haul carrier Zoom Airlines ceased operations.

Lee Cross
August 28, 2025
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8/27/2015: SkyGreece Airlines Suspends Operations

SkyGreece Airlines was established to connect Greek ex-pats with their homeland.

Lee Cross
August 27, 2025
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8/26/1969: Fairchild Swearingen Metroliner First Flight

Today, in 1969, the prototype Fairchild Swearingen Metroliner took to the skies for the first time.

Lee Cross
August 26, 2025
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8/25/1955: First Flight of the HPR.3 Herald

Today, in 1955, the HPR.3 Herald prototype flew three months ahead of the F27 Friendship.

Helwing Villamizar
August 25, 2025
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8/24/1986: Frontier Airlines Ceased Operations

The original Frontier Airlines served over 87 million passengers during its existence.

Lee Cross
August 24, 2025
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8/23/1965: Air Wisconsin Airlines Begins Operations

Today, in 1965, commuter carrier Air Wisconsin Airlines started operations. This is their story.

Helwing Villamizar
August 23, 2025
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8/22/1974: The Short 330 Performs Maiden Flight

Today, in 1974, the prototype Short 330 (G-BSBH) made its maiden flight. This is its story.

Lee Cross
August 22, 2025
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