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AOPA

AOPA (Aircraft Owners Pilot Association) now has 412,000 members.

Alberto Santos-Dumont

Was the first to sustain manned powered flight in Europe, he was a Brazilian living in France. His flight took place November 12, 1906.

Air sickness bags

Some airsickness bags (not used) from aircraft have sold for over $200 on Ebay.

 

Airline Alliances of the World

There are three major worldwide alliances in the world. These three allow near seemless travel between several different airlines within the alliance. One ticket, bags checked through allow passengers to get where they want to go without have to add many more options to customers and airlines.

Oneworld Alliance

oneworld® is a global alliance that brings together 10 of the worlds largest airlines, with more than 675 destinations worldwide, more than 500 airport departure lounges, exclusive frequent flyer benefits, innovative fare products, and corporate solutions.
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Skyteam Alliance

Skyteam brings 11 of the worlds largest airlines plus 3 associate members together under one roof, serving more than 841 destinations in 162 countries, and more than 400 airport lounges, skyteam offers more than 427 million passengers the comfort of one ticket travel around the world.
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Star Alliance

Star is the worlds largest alliance with 20 members, including 3 regional members. The Star Alliance serves 965 destinations in 160 countries. It serves nearly 456 million passengers annually.

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