US Airways - September 2012 - (Page 12)

embark Making It Happen behind the scenes of Your Flight All American Aviation airmail plane picks up a package (1939) Flying Past ★ What began in 1939 as a small airmail service has become one of the nation’s largest airlines. And this month commemorates the seventh anniversary of the most recent milestone: the merger of America West and US Airways. by tara titcombe 1992 Trump Shuttle becomes USAir Shuttle. 1996 To prepare for the new century, USAir changes its name to US Airways. 2002 As part of a restructuring plan, US Airways enters Chapter 11 bankruptcy (emerging a more competitive carrier in March 2003). 2004 US Airways Group Inc. files again for reorganization under Chapter 11. 2005 America West Holdings and US Airways Group Inc. complete a merger. 2012 The airline employs more than 32,000 aviation professionals and offers more than 3,200 daily flights to 203 destinations in 28 countries/ territories. 1983 America West Airlines begins operations in Phoenix. 1986 Piedmont acquires Empire Airlines, based in Syracuse, New York. 1988 Pacific Southwest becomes part of USAir. The history of US Airways is filled with challenges and overcoming them — not to mention some pretty cool-looking planes. Enjoy a look back at US Airways’ storied past. 1939 All American Aviation starts as an airmail service covering western Pennsylvania and the Ohio River valley. 1968 Allegheny merges with Indianapolis-based Lake Central Airlines. 1972 Allegheny acquires Mohawk Airlines, based in Utica, New York. 1979 Allegheny changes its name to USAir, reflecting its expanding service. PIEDMONT PACIFIC SOUTHWEST 1948 Piedmont Airlines begins operations from Wilmington, North Carolina. 1949 All American Aviation becomes All American Airways, transitioning from airmail to passenger service. Pacific Southwest Airlines begins operations in San Diego, California. ALLEGHENY AMERICA WEST 1953 All American changes its name to Allegheny Airlines. 1989 Piedmont merges with USAir, the largest merger in airline history at the time. time line source: bill lehman, corporate historian 12 september 2012 usairwaysmag.com http://www.usairwaysmag.com

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of US Airways - September 2012

Table of Contents
CEO Letter
From the Editor
Did You Know?
Making It Happen: Flying Past
Hot Spots: Best Group Getaways
Wine & Dine: Best Feet Forward
Adventure: The Joy of Tranquillity
Adventure: The Zac Brown Band
Great Escapes: Nova Scotia
Gear Up: On the Go
An Island Apart: Puerto Rico
Trained for Takeoff
Kentucky: A Great Place to Live and Work
Charlotte, N.C.: Crowning the Queen City
University Spotlight: Liberty University
Puzzles
Readers Resource Index
Your US Airways Guide
Video Entertainment
Audio Entertainment
U.S. and Caribbean Service Map
International Service Map
Airport Terminal Maps
US Airways Fleet/Customs & Immigration
Passenger Info/Contact US Airways
US Airways MarketPlace®
Window or Aisle?

US Airways - September 2012