Türkiye's flag carrier Turkish Airlines celebrates 90th anniversary with a fleet of 415 aircraft
Turkish Airlines commemorated its 90th anniversary with a remarkable transformation since its establishment in 1933. From its humble beginnings with a fleet of only five aircraft and 28 seats, the airline has now expanded its fleet to an impressive 415 aircraft. This milestone reflects the significant growth and development of Turkish Airlines over the past nine decades, solidifying its position as a major global carrier.
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- Anadolu Agency
- Published Date: 04:45 | 20 May 2023
- Modified Date: 04:45 | 20 May 2023
Türkiye's flag carrier Turkish Airlines, established in 1933 with a five-aircraft fleet and 28 seats, celebrated its 90th anniversary with a fleet of 415 aircraft.
The carrier, which made its first foreign flight between Ankara-Istanbul-Athens in 1947, currently flies to 344 points in 129 countries and five continents with a total number of staff of 82,000.
The firm is now planning to have an 800-aircraft fleet as of 2033 and fly to 400 points with a total staff of 150,000.
Ahmet Bolat, the CEO of the carrier, said in a press release on Saturday that Turkish Airlines continues its journey, beginning 90 years ago.
The carrier was named "Best Airline In Europe," "Top-10 International Airline," "Five Star Global Airline," "Best Airline Of Eastern Europe," and "Top-3 Global Airlines " by international institutions.