TAESA facts for kids
TAESA was a Mexican airline that offered flights at lower prices. It was known as a low-cost carrier. The airline started flying on April 27, 1988. TAESA was one of the first airlines in Mexico to offer flights this way. At certain times, it grew to be the third largest airline in Mexico. Only Aeroméxico and Mexicana de Aviacion were bigger. TAESA stopped flying in February 2000 after facing financial problems and a serious accident.
The Story of TAESA
TAESA stood for Transportes Aéreos Ejecutivos, S.A. This airline was created to make air travel more affordable for many people. When it started, TAESA quickly became popular. It offered flights to many places within Mexico. It also flew to some international cities.
Early Years and Growth
TAESA began with a focus on being modern. It used new airplanes. This helped it gain a good reputation. The airline grew quickly. It added more routes and planes. This growth helped it become a major player in Mexican aviation. It competed with older, larger airlines.
Challenges and Closure
Like many airlines, TAESA faced challenges. The airline had financial difficulties. On November 9, 1999, a TAESA plane had an accident. It was flying from Uruapan to Mexico City International Airport. This sad event, along with other problems, led to the airline stopping its flights. TAESA declared that it could no longer operate in February 2000.
Images for kids
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A former TAESA Boeing 737-500 at Las Vegas in 1992
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One of TAESA's Boeing 737 airplanes at Los Angeles International Airport.
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A TAESA Boeing 757 in 1993
See also
In Spanish: Transportes Aéreos Ejecutivos para niños
