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TAP Air Portugal

While 2020 was a challenging year for airlines worldwide, it did see TAP Air Portugal reach 75 years since its foundation. The carrier has been connecting its country to the world since March 1945, using its location in western Europe to its advantage. Now a key member of the Star Alliance, TAP currently flies 75 aircraft to destinations worldwide. (Featured image: Vincenzo Pace - Simple Flying)

TAP Air Portugal Airbus A330-941 CS-TUB
TAP Air Portugal

IATA/ICAO Code
TP/TAP
Airline Type
Full Service Carrier
Year Founded
1945
Alliance
Star Alliance
CEO
Luís Rodrigues
Country
Portugal

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