Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic is a British airline founded by entrepreneur Richard Branson and co-founder Randolph Fields in 1984, initially as British Atlantic Airways before being renamed. The airline operates long-haul routes between the United Kingdom and destinations across North America, the Caribbean, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia from its main bases at London Heathrow and Manchester. It is known for its distinctive branding, innovative service, and a fleet that includes modern Airbus and Boeing aircraft. Throughout its history, Virgin Atlantic has focused on creating a distinctive customer experience, introducing novel features such as in-flight entertainment systems in all classes. Despite facing challenges such as competition, economic downturns, and the impacts of global events on the aviation industry, Virgin Atlantic has maintained its commitment to sustainability, customer service, and expanding its global network.