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Austrian Airlines

Austrian Airlines is a key member of the Lufthansa Group. Based in Vienna, the carrier flies more than 60 jet-powered narrowbody and widebody aircraft to a range of European and intercontinental destinations. A Star Alliance member since 2000, Austrian marked 63 years of operations this year, although we can trace its history back further. (Featured image: Austrian Airlines)

Austrian Airlines Tile
Austrian Airlines

IATA/ICAO Code
OS/AUA
Airline Type
Full Service Carrier
Year Founded
1957
Alliance
Star Alliance
Airline Group
Lufthansa Group
CEO
Annette Mann
Country
Austria

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