Lee Cross

Liverpool

Assistant Editor at Key Publishing

Minogue loving, Av Geekin, Trolley Dollying, writer extraordinaire!

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5/12/1982: Braniff International Airways is Grounded

3 days ago | airwaysmag.com | Lee Cross

‍DALLAS - Today, in 1982, One of the world's most iconic airlines, Braniff International Airways (BN), ceased operations. Speaking at the time, the airline blamed the half-price fare war it had been embroiled in with American Airlines (AA). This had resulted in ticket prices that undercut BN's lowest fares resulting in significantly lower yields. Over-ExpansionAlso to blame was Braniff's substantial over-expansion following the United States airline Deregulation Act of the 1970s.
5/11/1934: the Douglas DC-2 Takes Flight for the First Time

4 days ago | airwaysmag.com | Lee Cross

‍DALLAS — Today, in 1934, the Douglas DC-2 operated its maiden flight. In command was Douglas Test Pilot Carl Cover. The DC-2 was a larger, re-engined development of the DC-1. Douglas had developed the latter following a Transcontinental & Western Air (TWA) request. After six months of testing, the manufacturer modified the aircraft, and TWA ordered 20, becoming the launch customer. When it entered service with TWA on May 18, it became very popular with airlines and passengers.
5/08/2008: Isle of Man-based Euromanx Ceases Operations

1 week ago | airwaysmag.com | Lee Cross

‍DALLAS — Today, in 2008, Isle of Man-based EuroManx (3W) ceased operations.
4/24/1966: The Jet-Age Arrives at Washington National

3 weeks ago | airwaysmag.com | Lee Cross

DALLAS — Today, in 1966, the first scheduled jet services began at Washington’s National Airport (DCA). The honor of operating the first jet flight fell to Braniff International, which flew a BAC One-Eleven to New York Newark (EWR) and Dallas Love Field (DAL). Previously, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) had limited the use of jets out of DCA due to concerns about noise around the airport area.
3/10/2004: Hong Kong's HK Express is Founded

2 months ago | airwaysmag.com | Lee Cross

DALLAS — Today, in 2004, Hong Kong-based low-cost carrier HK Express (UO) was founded. UO is owned by Cathay Pacific Airways (CX). Cambodia, China, Japan, South Korea, the Northern Mariana Islands, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam are among the destinations served by the airline. The airline's main hub is at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG), and its fleet is comprised entirely of Airbus A320 family aircraft. Macau casino billionaire Stanley Ho founded the airline.
3/06/1970: BEA Airtours Operates Maiden Flight

2 months ago | airwaysmag.com | Lee Cross

DALLAS — Today, in 1970, the charter arm of British European Airways (BEA), BEA Airtours (KT), took its maiden flight. The inaugural service, operated by a de Havilland Comet 4B (G-ARJL), departed London Gatwick (LGW) bound for Palma (PMI). Flight KT243 was under the command of Captain Peter McKeown, assisted by First Officers Peter Jarvis and Geoffrey Evans. Onboard were 25 fare-paying passengers. Staff from BEA Airtours, BEA, and Sunair Holidays took up the remaining seats.
3/05/1923: Sikorsky Aero Engineering Corporation Is Founded

2 months ago | airwaysmag.com | Lee Cross

DALLAS — Today, in 1923, the Sikorsky Aero Engineering Corporation was founded by the Kyiev-born Ukrainian aviation pioneer Igor Sikorsky following his move to the United States in 1919. After receiving financial backing from several Russian expatriate supporters, the company was able to rent hangar space at Roosevelt Field in New York. Prototype PlaneSikorsky began building his first aircraft, the Sikorsky S-29-A, a twin-engine sesquiplane airliner. The type was first flown in 1924.
3/03/2012: Continental, United Airlines Merger Completed

2 months ago | airwaysmag.com | Lee Cross

DALLAS - Today, in 2012, Continental Airlines (CO) was finally merged into United Airlines (UA), the former ceasing brand operations. The combined companies created the largest airline globally based on the total number of passenger miles flown, valued at US$3.2bn. The new carrier promised 'an unparalleled global network.' It would operate from eight major hubs, offering 5,500 daily flights to almost 400 destinations.
3/02/1969: Concorde Takes to the Skies

2 months ago | airwaysmag.com | Lee Cross

DALLAS - Today, in 1969, the Aérospatiale/BAC Concorde, the Anglo-French turbojet-powered supersonic passenger airliner icon, first flew. Taking advantage of a passable meteorological situation, 52 years ago, a strange-looking, futuristic aircraft lined up for take-off at the end of a particular runway at Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS).
3/01/1986: Trans World Airlines, Ozark Announce Merger

2 months ago | airwaysmag.com | Lee Cross

DALLAS — Today, in 1986, Trans World Airlines (TWA) and Ozark Airlines (OZ) announced they would merge, giving TWA more cities across the U.S. and a route network in the Midwest. TWA Chairman Carl Icahn announced the deal, which would see TW purchase OZ in a US$224 million deal. After the merger, the two carriers would hold approximately 70% of the passenger traffic at St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL).