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Bmibaby

Founded	24 January 2002
Commenced operations	22 March 2002
Ceased operations	9 September 2012
Operating bases	Birmingham East Midlands
Frequent-flyer program	Diamond Club
Fleet size	14
Destinations	42
Parent company	British Midland International
Headquarters	Donington Hall (HQ) Castle Donington, England, United Kingdom
Key people	Wolfgang Prock-Schauer (CEO) Stefan Lauer (Chairman) Peter Simpson (Managing director)
Website	www.bmibaby.com

A former bmibaby Boeing 737.

Bmibaby Limited, often called bmibaby.com, was a British airline. It was known as a low-cost airline. This means it offered flights at lower prices than traditional airlines. Bmibaby flew to many places in the UK and Europe.

Its main airports, called "bases," were Belfast City, Birmingham, and East Midlands. Bmibaby was part of British Midland International (BMI). BMI used to be owned by Lufthansa, a large German airline.

What Was Bmibaby?
Why Did Bmibaby Stop Flying?
How Airlines Operate Safely
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What Was Bmibaby?

Bmibaby started flying on March 22, 2002. It was created to offer simple, affordable flights. The airline quickly grew, adding more routes and destinations. It became a popular choice for people looking for cheap flights.

The airline used Boeing 737 planes. These are common planes used for short and medium-distance flights. Bmibaby's planes often had a bright blue and white design.

Why Did Bmibaby Stop Flying?

In April 2012, a big company called the International Airlines Group bought BMI. This group also owns other well-known airlines. After the purchase, a decision was made to stop Bmibaby's flights.

Bmibaby officially stopped flying on September 9, 2012. All its flights were cancelled, and the airline closed down. This meant the end of a low-cost travel option for many people.

How Airlines Operate Safely

To fly passengers, cargo, and mail, airlines need a special permit. Bmibaby had a "Type A Operating Licence" from the United Kingdom Civil Aviation Authority. This license allowed them to operate aircraft with 20 or more seats. It showed that Bmibaby met all the safety rules.