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The History Of St. John’s International Airport

Like many airports worldwide, the facility began life as a military base.

Today, the airport is the second busiest in Canada and offers more international flights to Asia due to a historic incentive program.

For decades, Air Canada was called Trans-Canada Air Lines. Today, it continues to celebrate its heritage.

For decades, Air Canada was called Trans-Canada Air Lines. Today, it continues to celebrate its heritage.

Brussels Airlines took over from Sabena in the early 2000s after the previous flag carrier collapsed, having operated from 1923.

The carrier traces its history back to 1936 and has had plenty of important milestones along the way.

The Boeing 747 remains one of the most iconic aircraft in aviation history.

Animals are often the root cause of unusual diversions.

Speedbird was originally designed as a logo for Imperial Airways, and, today, it continues to be used as a BA callsign, among other functions.

The inaugural flight marked the second time the Airbus A380 has visited the Mile High City.