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Macedonian Aviation

1972 - 1974

Main hub: Southend (SEN)IATA: -- ICAO: ---Callsign: -

1972: Charter operation, founded by Roger Byron-Collins, operating de Havilland Dove and Douglas DC-3s initially from Southend.
06/11/1974: Ceased operations

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Fleet history
de Havilland DH104 DOVE 5G-APZU 26/10/1972 > 15/03/1973
Dougllas DC-3C-R-1830-90CG-AMPO 17/08/1972 > 02/11/1973G-AMRA 15/03/1974 > 30/12/1974
Douglas DC-3C-S1C3GG-AMHJ 15/03/1974 > 30/12/1974

Maersk Air (UK)

1993 - 2003

> Duo Airways

Main hub: Birmingham International (BHX / EGBB)IATA: VB ICAO: MSKCallsign: BLUESTARAOC no. 0214

May 1993: Maersk Air UK was established from the demerger of Brymon European Airways, with British Airways taking over former Brymon operations and Maersk taking over former Birmingham operations. The airline operated under a franchise agreement with British Airways utilising BA branding.
01/08/1993: Commenced operations
12/05/2003: sold in a management buyout to become Duo Airways

Malinair

1985 - 1987

Main hub: Glasgow International (GLA / EGPF)IATA: WG ICAO: MAKCallsign: MALINAOC no. 1033

Malinair Ltd. was a commuter airline based at Glasgow Airport founded in June 1985.
December 1985: Flight operations were launched with a Glasgow to Donegal service.
30/06/1987: Operations ceased

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Fleet history
BN2A-21 IslanderG-MALI 15/07/1985 > 02/11/1987
BN2A-26 IslanderG-MALBG-MALN 14/02/1986 > 09/10/1987
Dornier Do-228-200G-CFIN 25/02/1987 > 30/11/1987G-MLDO 02/03/1987 > 10/05/1988G-MLNR

Manx Air Charters Ltd

1947 - 1953

> Manx Airlines Ltd

Main hub: Ronaldsway (IOM / EGNS)IATA: -- ICAO: ---Callsign: -

Manx Air Charters Ltd. was established in May 1947 to Capitalise on the post-war resurgence in tourism on the Isle of Man.
In spring 1950 the airline entered into a BEA associate agreement for scheduled services between the IoM and Carlisle. Operations also included general charter flying and occasional air ambulance transports.
At the end of 1952, Manx obtained further licences for services to Newcastle and Glasgow.
In February 1953, the airline changed its name to Manx Airlines Ltd to reflect its main core business.

Manx Airlines Ltd

1953 - 1958

Main hub: Ronaldsway (IOM / EGNS)IATA: -- ICAO: ---Callsign: -

In February 1953, Manx Air Charters Ltd changed its name to Manx Airlines Ltd to reflect its evolved business.
Early in 1956, Manx Airlines was acquired by British Air Services (Britavia) to become part of Silver City Airways.
The Manx name ceased to exist in the spring of 1958 when all its operations were totally integrated with those of Silver City-Northern Division.

Manx Airlines

1982 - 2002

Main hub: Ronaldsway (IOM / EGNS)IATA: JE ICAO: MNXCallsign: MANX

01/11/1982: Manx services commenced coomenced from it's base at Ronaldsway, Isle of Man Airport (joint venture founded by British Midland Airways and AirUK)
1991: Airline acquires Business Air.
March 1991: Manx Airlines create Manx Airlines Europe
1994:, Became a franchise carrier for British Airways
March 2001: British Airways purchase the British Regional Airlines Group (holding company of British Regional Airlines and Manx Airlines). The airline merges with Brymon Airways to form British Airways CitiExpress.
31/08/2002: Manx Airlines ceased operations

Manx Airlines Europe

1990 - 1996

> British Regional Airlines / British Airways Express

Main hub: Cardiff (CWL / EGFF)IATA: JE ICAO: MXECallsign: EUROMANX

28/11/1990: Manx Airlines (Europe) Ltd was established by Manx Airlines as a subsidiary to expand routes from Cardiff Airport to other UK destinations.
25/03/1991: Commenced operations
In January 1995 the airline became a franchise partner of British Airways, operating some routes from Manchester under the British Airways Express brand.
01/09/1996: The airline changed its name to British Regional Airlines (BRAL).

Markoss Aviation

1994 - 2010

Main hub: Biggin Hill (BQH / EGKB)IATA: -- ICAO: MKOCallsign: -

Markoss Aviation was a passenger charter airline and private jet management company based at Biggin Hill Airport. The company went into administration in late 2008.
08/04/1994: Markoss Aviation Ltd incorporated27/10/2010: Company dissolved
05/02/2003: Markoss Aviation UK Ltd incorporated17/02/2010: Company dissolved

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Fleet history
*Markoss Aviation LtdBell 206BG-BSXE* 29/05/1996 > 08/01/1999Canadair CL600-2B19G-MKSA 18/04/2008 > 15/12/2008Agusta A109A IIG-MKSF* 11/12/2001 > 24/11/2003HS.125 SERIES 700BG-MKSS* 29/03/2001 > 15/10/2007Agusta A109AG-USTA* 16/11/1998 > 05/08/1999

McAlpine Aviation

1947 - 2000

Main hub: Luton (LTN / EGGW)IATA: RM ICAO: MALCallsign: MACLINE

September 1947: Founded by Kenneth McAlpine as a subsidary of the Alfred McAlpine Engineering and Construction, initially as a private company transporting Executvive team members and family to construction sites.
The fleet expanded over the years and began Executive jet operations for other large companies, plus setting up it's own Aircraft engineering company.
2000: Acquired by Signature Flight Support based at Luton

Mediterranean Express

1986 - 1988

Main hub: Luton (LTN / EGGW)IATA: -- ICAO: MEECallsign: -AOC no. 1329

Mediterranean Express was a short-lived airline based at Luton Airport (LTN) that operated Inclusive Tour (IT) and charter flights, and was frequently sub-charted during the busy summer season for other UK carriers such as Air UK and British Midland.
23/06/1987: Operations commenced11/01/1988: Operations ceased
Assets would subsequently be acquired by Belgian airline Trans European Airways (TEA) to establish TEA UK.
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Fleet history
BAC 1-11 Series 400
G-AYUW* 07/08/1987 > 08/11/1988G-AZUK 07/08/1987 > 31/03/1989
*Purchased but never flew with Airline due to uneconomical repair costs

Mercury Airlines

1960 - 1964

Main hub: Manchester AirportIATA: -- ICAO: ---Callsign: -

Mercury Airlines was originally established as Overseas Air Transport (Jersey), a regional airline based at Ringway Manchester Airport, and established in 1957 by former Jersey Airlines pilot Lord Peter Calthorpe.
1960: The Airline rebranded as Mercury Airlines.
1964: Mercury Airlines ceased all flights and operations and was subsequently absorbed into British Midland.
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de Havilland DH.114 Heron 1B
G-ANCI02/04/1959 > 31/03/1962 [Overseas Air Transport (Jersey)]02/04/1962 > 01/09/1965 [Mercury Airlines]17/09/1965 > 11/01/1966 [Registered to Lord Peter Calthorpe]
G-AOZN23/12/1957 > 31/03/1962 [Overseas Air Transport (Jersey)]21/04/1962 > 01/09/1965 [Mercury Airlines]17/09/1965 > 25/05/1967 [Registered to Lord Peter Calthorpe]
Douglas C-47B DakotaG-AMSN22/11/1965 > 28/12/1967 [Registered to Lord Peter Calthorpe]

Meredith Air Transport

1952 - 1954

> African Air Safaris

Main hub: Southend Airport (SEN)IATA: -- ICAO: ---Callsign: -

12/08/1952: Meredith Air Transport Ltd. was established by captain pilot William Edward Hamilton.
October 1952: Operations began using an overhauled Douglas DC-3 to carry out on-demand cargo flights.
December 1952 > May 1953: A Mediterranean tour commenced.
June 1953: The DC-3 was sold and the airline only continued in name, but W.E. Hamilton had, in the meantime, taken over as European Director of Trek Airways, a South African airline.
29/11/1954: Meredith changed name to African Air Safaris.
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Fleet history
Douglas C47 Dakota 4
G-AMSU 16/05/1952 > 06/09/1952 [ W.E. Hamilton ]18/09/1952 > 16/06/1953 [ Meredith Air Transport ]
Vickers Viking 1AG-AHOT 10/08/1954 > 26/09/1954(to South Africa as ZS-DKH)G-AHOW 26/10/1954 > 03/11/1954(to South Africa as ZS-DKI)

Midland Air Cargo (MAC)

1970 - 1973

Main hub: Coventry Airport (CVT / EGBE))IATA: -- ICAO: ---Callsign: -

Midland Air Cargo Ltd was a non-scheduled cargo airline based at Coventry Airport, operating between 1970 and 1973. Founded by Lord Trefgarne and the Marquess of Headfort, the airline specialised in domestic and European freight charter operations using Bristol 170 Freighter Mk.32 aircraft. Its services focused on time-sensitive cargo, including automotive components, fresh produce and general freight.
19/10/1970: Commenced revenue services having acquired 3 Freighters from BAF
01/03/1973: Ceased trading
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Fleet history
Bristol 170 MK.32 FreighterG-AMLP 16/11/1970 > 11/06/1971G-APAU 14/04/1971 > 28/09/1971G-APAV 18/11/1970 > 10/05/1972

Metropolitan Airways

1982 - 1985

Main hub: Bournemouth Hurn (BOH / EGHH)IATA: RD ICAO: MPLCallsign: -

29/03/1982: Operations commenced.
Metropolitan Airways, a Bournemouth based airline owned by the same holding company as Alderney Air Ferries, became one of Dan Air City Link carriers.
1985: Ceased operations

Midland & Scottish Air Ferries

1933 - 1934

Main hub: Glasgow Renfrew AirportAirline designators: n/a

Midland & Scottish Air Ferries was established by John Cuthill Sword (owner of Midland Bus Services) and was Scotland's first scheduled airline, pioneering flights to the Inner Hebrides.
The airline ceased flying operations in September 1934, and subsequently went into voluntary liquidation.
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10/033/1933: Midland & Scottish Air Ferries Ltd. was formally incorporated in Edinburgh. The airline was established to provide scheduled passenger, mail and freight services linking Scotland with England, Northern Ireland and continental Europe.
20 February – 2 March 1933
Even before formal incorporation, the company undertook its first commercial operations by operating an air taxi service between Liverpool, Hooton Park and Birmingham during the British Industries Fair.
18/04/1933: The airline inaugurated Scotland's first scheduled internal air service, flying newspapers and passengers between Glasgow (Renfrew) and Campbeltown using de Havilland Fox Moth aircraft. This is widely regarded as the first scheduled domestic airline service within Scotland.
April 1933
Services were quickly extended to Islay, making Midland & Scottish Air Ferries the pioneer of scheduled commercial air links to Scotland's Inner Hebrides.
Summer 1933
The network expanded with routes connecting:
Glasgow (Renfrew)CampbeltownIslayBelfastLiverpool
The airline also operated pleasure flights and charter services from Renfrew during the busy summer season.
Late 1933
To meet growing demand, the fleet expanded to include:
Airspeed Ferryde Havilland Fox Mothde Havilland DragonAvro 10
These larger aircraft enabled the airline to carry more passengers and freight on its expanding route network.
Early 1934
Midland & Scottish Air Ferries resumed charter services for the annual British Industries Fair, operating flights between Liverpool, Birmingham and London for business travellers.
Spring 1934
The airline introduced an ambitious trunk route linking:
BelfastGlasgowLiverpoolLondon (Romford)Paris (via connections with Hillman's Airways)
This provided one of Britain's earliest integrated air services connecting Scotland with mainland Europe.
16/04/1934: The airline introduced its largest aircraft, the Avro 642 Eighteen, officially named during a ceremony attended by British Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald. The aircraft represented the company's ambitions to expand further into trunk air services.
July 1934
Commercial pressures and conflicts with John Sword's responsibilities at Scottish Motor Traction led to the gradual closure of most scheduled routes. Services were progressively withdrawn during the summer.
30/09/1934: The final scheduled service, linking Glasgow and Islay, was withdrawn, bringing flying operations to an end after just eighteen months.
January 1935
The airline's remaining aircraft and assets were sold, with several routes and aircraft subsequently taken over by Northern & Scottish Airways, ensuring that the pioneering Scottish island services continued under new ownership.
February 1938
Midland & Scottish Air Ferries Ltd. entered voluntary liquidation. Although short-lived, the airline had established the foundations of Scotland's scheduled commercial airline industry.

MK Airlines

2006 - 2010

Main hub: Gatwick (LGW / EGKK)IATA: 7G ICAO: BGBCallsign: BRITISH GLOBALAOC no. 1077

14/03/1990: MK Air Cargo d'Or was originally established by Michael C. Kruger in Ghana to provide dedicated cargo services between Africa and Europe.
Operations began in 1990 with scheduled and ad hoc cargo flights from Accra to London Gatwick.
MK Airlines relocated its corporate headquarters to the UK in 2006 as well as receiving their UK AOC.
09/04/2010: MK Airlines voluntarily surrendered its UK AOC and ceased all flight operations.
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14/03/1990: MK Air Cargo d'Or was originally established by Michael C. Kruger in Accra, Ghana to provide dedicated cargo services between Africa and Europe. The airline's 'MK' initials, were derived from the founder's name.
Operations began in 1990 with a single Douglas DC-8 freighter, operating scheduled and ad hoc cargo flights from Accra to London Gatwick.
The simplified name of MK Airlines was adopted in 1993, reflecting its growing international presence and expanding cargo network. Scheduled freight services were extended to additional destinations in Europe and Africa.
1995–1996
The company's headquarters temporarily relocated to Nigeria as the airline expanded its West African operations and strengthened its position in the regional freight market.
Late 1990s
MK Airlines continued to grow its cargo business, serving industries including:
MiningOil and gasAutomotivePerishable goodsHumanitarian reliefHeavy industrial equipment
Its flexible charter operation became one of its principal strengths.
1999
The airline introduced its first Boeing 747-200F freighters, significantly increasing payload capacity and allowing non-stop long-haul cargo services between Africa, Europe and the Middle East. Over time, the Boeing 747 became the backbone of the fleet.
Early 2000s
MK Airlines established major European operating bases at:
London GatwickKent International Airport (Manston)Ostend-BrugesLuxembourg Findel
Its principal African hub was located at Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport, enabling connections throughout sub-Saharan Africa.
2006
The airline transferred its corporate headquarters to Hartfield, East Sussex, England, and was granted a UK Air Operator's Certificate (AOC) by the UK Civil Aviation Authority. This marked its transition into a UK-registered cargo airline.
The remaining Douglas DC-8 freighters were retired, leaving an all-Boeing 747-200F fleet. This simplified maintenance and improved operational efficiency.
November 2007
MK Airlines announced plans to rebrand as British Global. The airline adopted the new ICAO code BGB and callsign BRITISH GLOBAL, although the familiar MK Airlines name continued to be used commercially.
March 2008
The proposed British Global rebranding was postponed indefinitely, and the airline continued trading under the MK Airlines identity while retaining its updated operational codes.
June 2008
Following financial restructuring and new investment from Trans Atlantic Aviation, a subsidiary of the Belfairs Group, MK Airlines resumed a reduced schedule after a brief suspension of operations.
June 2009
The airline successfully emerged from administration following a major financial reorganisation. Plans were announced to modernise the fleet with more fuel-efficient aircraft, although these proposals were ultimately not realised.
09/04/2010
MK Airlines voluntarily surrendered its UK Air Operator's Certificate and ceased all flight operations, bringing to an end twenty years of cargo services linking Africa, Europe and other international markets.
October 2010
A proposed company voluntary arrangement intended to revive the airline was rejected by the High Court, ending any realistic prospect of the airline returning to service.

Monarch Airlines

1967 - 2017

Main hub: Luton (LTN / EGGW)IATA: ZB ICAO: MONCallsign: MONARCHAOC no. 0365

05/06/1967: Established by former directors of British Eagle, Bill Hodgson and Don Peacock.
05/04/1968: Started commercial airline operations
13/12/1971: First commercial jet service
02/10/2017: Ceased operations

Mossair

1975 - 1980

Main hub: AlderneyIATA: -- ICAO: ---Callsign: -

1964: Initially established by Alderney entrepreneur Peter Moss as Alderney Air Charter utilising a Cessna 336 and 337
1975: Renamed Mossair. DH Dove added to inventory
1980: Ceased operations

Morton Air Services

1945 - 1967

> British United Island Airways

Main hub: Croydon Airport > GatwickIATA: -- ICAO: ---Callsign: -

Morton Air Services Ltd. was founded in May 1945, at Croydon Airport, by former RAF pilot Captain T. W. "Sammy" Morton.
Morton Air Services Ltd was one of the earliest post-World War II private, independent airlines and mainly operated regional short-haul scheduled services within the British Isles and between the UK and Continental Europe.
21/01/1946: Commenced first commercial flight.
01/11/1968: Morton Air Services was absorbed into British United Island Airways (BUIA).
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May 1945
Morton Air Services Ltd. was founded at Croydon Airport by former RAF pilot Captain T. W. "Sammy" Morton, one of Britain's best-known pre-war and wartime aviators. Owing to post-war restrictions on civil aviation, the airline had to wait until early 1946 before commencing commercial operations.
21/01/1946
The airline operated its first commercial flight, a charter service from Croydon to Zurich, using a de Havilland DH.89 Dragon Rapide. Throughout its first year, Morton expanded its charter programme to the Channel Islands and destinations across Western Europe.
1946
By the end of its first year, the fleet had grown to include:
Four de Havilland Dragon RapidesFour Airspeed Consuls
These aircraft supported charter flights, air taxi services and business travel throughout the British Isles and Continental Europe.
1947
Morton Air Services gained a strong reputation for charter operations, including air ambulance flights, business charters and special transport services. During the French railway strike of 1947, the airline assisted in repatriating stranded British travellers from continental Europe.
Early 1950s
The airline modernised its fleet with the introduction of the de Havilland DH.104 Dove, allowing more comfortable and efficient passenger services. Regular racecourse charters became an important part of the business and effectively operated as "quasi-scheduled" services.
1950
Morton inaugurated its first scheduled passenger services, initially linking Whitchurch Airport (Bristol) with Jersey and Guernsey. These services marked the airline's transition from a purely charter operator to a scheduled regional airline.
1951
Additional scheduled routes were introduced under agreements with British European Airways (BEA), including services from Croydon to:
OstendLe ZouteInnsbruck
Services from Bristol also connected Jersey, Guernsey, the Isle of Wight and the Isle of Man. During the year, the airline carried around 6,000 scheduled passengers.
1953
Morton Air Services acquired fellow independent airline Olley Air Service. Although Olley's operations were integrated into Morton, the well-known Olley name continued to be used on certain services until 1963. The acquisition significantly strengthened Morton's position in the UK independent airline market.
Mid-1950s
The airline expanded its scheduled network from Croydon, serving destinations including:
JerseyGuernseyRotterdamDeauvilleLe Touquet
Charter flying remained an important part of the business alongside scheduled services.
1958
Captain Morton sold the airline to the Airwork Group. Despite the change in ownership, Morton Air Services retained its own identity and continued operating under its established name.
30/09/1959
A de Havilland Heron operating the Croydon–Rotterdam service became the last scheduled passenger flight to depart Croydon Airport before its closure to airline traffic. The following day, Morton transferred its headquarters and operations to London Gatwick Airport.
July 1960
Following the merger of Airwork and Hunting-Clan, British United Airways (BUA) was formed. Morton's scheduled services became part of BUA's regional network, although the Morton Air Services name continued to be used independently.
1963
The historic Olley Air Service brand was finally withdrawn after ten years of operating within the Morton organisation.
1967–1968
British United Airways reorganised its regional operations, preparing to consolidate several subsidiaries into a single regional airline.
01/11/1968
Morton Air Services was absorbed into British United Island Airways (BUIA), ending 23 years of operations under the Morton name. The airline's routes, aircraft and personnel became part of BUA's new regional subsidiary.

MyTravel Airways

2002 - 2008

> Thomas Cook Airlines

Main hub: Manchester (MAN / EGCC)IATA: VZ ICAO: MYTCallsign: KESTRELAOC no. 1216

1990: Originally founded as Airtours International Airways
February 2002: Airtours Group rebranded as the MyTravel Group
01/05/2002:, Airtours International Airways and Premiair operations renamed MyTravel Airways
October 2002: MyTravel Airways launch its scheduled low-fare airline, MyTravelLite only to be reintegrated in 2003
March 2007: MyTravel Group PLC and Thomas Cook AG merge to form Thomas Cook Group PLC
30/03/2008: MyTravel's last flight following the integration of MyTravel Airways and Thomas Cook Airlines fleets to form Thomas Cook Airlines

MyTravel Lite

2002 - 2003

> Integrated into MyTravel Airways

Main hub: Birmingham International Airport (BHX / EGBB)IATA: VZ ICAO: MYLCallsign: KESTRELAOC no. 1216

October 2002: MyTravel Airways launched MyTravelLite as their 'low cost no-frills' airline operating out of Manchester and Birmingham
2003: integrated into the main charter operation
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