Virgin Atlantic Airways was founded in the early 1980's by Richard Branson who was best known for founding Virgin Records, a record label that signed major artists like the Rolling Stones, Janet Jackson and The Human League. In 1984, Richard announced to the world that a high quality, value for money airline would begin operating within three months. By the end of the decade they had flown over 1 million passengers and became the first airline to offer individual TVs to their business class passengers.
In 1992 Branson sold Virgin Music to Thorn EMI and invested the proceeds into Virgin Atlantic, improving on an already great service. In the same year they launched the first super economy service that went on to become their award winning Premium Economy.
In 1999 Richard sold a 49% stake in the company to Singapore Airlines.
The Virgin Atlantic web site offers an excellent array of services such as a route map, detailed destination guides, information on their cabins and in-flight services, and flight status monitoring.
Contact Virgin Atlantic:
Flight Information or
Flying Club Frequent Flyer Program
1 800 821 5438 |
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