Which airline made its first flight in 1984?

DALLAS – Today in Aviation, Sir Richard Branson's brand new airline Virgin Atlantic (VS), operated its inaugural flight in 1984. Operated by a leased Boeing 747-200 (G-VIRG) – 'Maiden Voyager,' the first VS1 was a full-on party from London Gatwick (LGW) to New York (EWR).



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