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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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About To Turn 40: The History Of Virgin Atlantic
Today, Virgin Atlantic has a fleet of 42 widebody aircraft at its disposal.
Vehicle Gets Wedged Under Virgin Atlantic Airbus A350-1000 Engine At New York-JFK Airport
The airline has opened an investigation and is performing a thorough inspection of the plane.
These Are The Airlines That Fly From Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport's Terminal 3
A total of 24 airlines operate passenger flights at Harry Reid International Airport's Terminal 3.
The Most Notable New Airline Routes This Week
Routes go to the heart of airlines and airports, and I celebrate them in my weekly newsletter.
Virgin Atlantic Boeing 787 Makes Contact With British Airways Airbus A350 At London Heathrow
The 787's wingtip collided with the A350's horizontal stabilizer.
Virgin Atlantic Sets New Record Of 5 Daily Flights To India As CEO Eyes "Infinite Demand"
It has grown massively to India in recent years.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport: A Brief History Of The Texan Facility
The facility as we know it today opened its doors in 1999, but Austin's aviation history dates back almost 100 years.
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.
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.