Virgin Atlantic
- IATA/ICAO Code
- VS/VIR
- Airline Type
- Full Service Carrier
- Hub(s)
- London Heathrow Airport
- Year Founded
- 1984
- CEO
- Shai Weiss
- Country
- United Kingdom
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How Does The Airbus A350-1000 Align With Virgin Atlantic's Innovation & Sustainability Goals?
The A350 boasts several features that cater to Virgin Atlantic's future needs.
7 Airlines That Let You Transfer Your Frequent Flyer Status From Another Program
Looking to switch airlines or alliances? Match your status with some airlines offering an easy switch while keeping all of your perks.
Virgin Atlantic's 40th Anniversary Airbus A330neo Honors Sir Richard Branson
As the British airline celebrates forty years of flying, it plans to name its latest A330neo after its founder.
The United States’ Shortest Airbus A350 Routes
Delta Air Lines is the sole US operator of the jet.
What Virgin Atlantic's New Kenya Airways Partnership Means For Passengers
Kenya Airways has partnered with another SkyTeam carrier.
Virgin Atlantic Offers 50% Off On US Award Flights
Flights to London, Manchester, and Edinburgh can be found for as little as 5,000 points in each direction.
26 Years Ago: How A Virgin Atlantic Airbus A340 Landed Without Fully Extended Landing Gear
In late 1997, a Virgin Atlantic Airbus A340 made a dramatic landing at London Heathrow Airport after suffering landing gear issues.
UK Set To Raise ADP Tax For Non-Economy Passengers
The UK has continuously raised the taxes for flights departing the country, with airlines having to pay the Air Passenger Duty (APD).
Wow: Delta Air Lines & Virgin Atlantic Have Record US-London Heathrow Flights This Summer
Departures are 3% above the previous record.
Nigeria’s Air Peace Will Operate Flights To London Gatwick With Norse Atlantic Boeing 787s
Norse will be using Air Peace's slots at London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to connect LGW and Lagos, Nigeria.
Economy To Premium Economy On Virgin Atlantic: Is The Upgrade Worth It?
Depending on your route, an upgrade might just make sense.
Throwback: Virgin Atlantic’s Fuel-Saving Tug Trial
What went wrong with the airline’s plan to reduce carbon emissions?
From One Wing To Another: How English Rugby Player Tony Underwood Became A Pilot
The story of how an England international rugby player went on to become a captain flying A380s for Emirates.
Virgin Atlantic And SkyTeam Partner China Eastern Launch Codeshare
This means better perks and connectivity in London and Shanghai for customers.
Virgin Atlantic Boeing 787 Returns To Heathrow With Ram Air Turbine Out
The airline returned to London Heathrow an hour after it departed the airport.
Virgin Atlantic: The Airline That Matches Registrations To Aircraft Names
How the airline has taken picking names and registrations to their aircraft fleet to a whole new level.
Want To Work As Cabin Crew? Virgin Atlantic Is Hiring
The airline has opened applications until the end of January.
Booking Virgin Flights? Here's How To Save On Your Fare
Virgin Atlantic is a UK airline that flies from London and Manchester to destinations worldwide.
How A Botched Water Cannon Salute Grounded A Virgin Atlantic Airbus A330
The incident affected Virgin Atlantic's inaugural flight from Manchester to Atlanta.
How A 747 Landed Without Fully Extended Landing Gear In 2014
In 2014, a Virgin Atlantic 747 had to return to London Gatwick with gear issues.