In 1977, Airbus offered four jets to Eastern as part of a trial that led to a 23-airframe order.
Thomas Cook Airlines Belgium was founded on this day in 2001 to tap into the leisure market.
In the 90s, Oasis International had a successful charter operation to various European destinations.
Today, in 1958, National Airlines operated the US' first jet-powered domestic flight, beating AA.
British Airways Concorde last few today in 2003. Here are some facts about the supersonic airliner.
Dan-Air operated the last commercial flight of a de Havilland Comet aircraft today in 1980.
Long-haul international airline V Australia was integrated into Virgin Australia today in 2011.
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