Virgin America facts for kids
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Virgin America was an airline in the United States. It started flying in 2007. Its main office was in California. The airline used Airbus A319 and Airbus A320 planes. It flew to many places across the United States and Mexico.
The airline was partly owned by the Virgin Group. This group also owns other airlines like Virgin Atlantic Airways and Virgin Australia. However, the Virgin Group owned less than half of Virgin America. This was because of U.S. laws. These laws do not let foreign companies completely control airlines in the United States.
In early 2016, Virgin America was thinking about selling its airline. It was possible that JetBlue Airways might buy it. But on April 4, 2016, Alaska Airlines announced it would buy Virgin America instead. Alaska Airlines stopped using the Virgin America name on April 25, 2018.
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Planes and Places They Flew
Virgin America used modern Airbus A319 and A320 planes. These planes are known for being comfortable. The airline flew to many popular cities. These included big cities in the United States and even some in Mexico.
They often flew to places like Los Angeles International Airport and Dallas Love Field. Los Angeles was a very important place for Virgin America. It was one of their biggest hubs, meaning many of their flights connected there.
Inside a Virgin America Plane
Virgin America was known for its cool and modern airplane cabins. They tried to make flying fun and comfortable for everyone. The seats were designed to be cozy. They also had special lighting inside the plane.
Passengers could enjoy entertainment on their own screens. This made long flights more enjoyable. The airline wanted to give people a different and exciting way to travel.
Checking In for Your Flight
When you flew with Virgin America, you would go to their check-in area at the airport. Here, you would get your boarding pass. You would also drop off any bags you wanted to check.
Their check-in areas often had a modern look. They were designed to be easy to use. This helped make the start of your trip smooth and simple.
The End of Virgin America
After Alaska Airlines bought Virgin America, the two airlines slowly joined together. Alaska Airlines decided to stop using the Virgin America brand. This meant that the bright red planes and unique style of Virgin America would no longer be seen.
By April 25, 2018, all Virgin America planes were either repainted or retired. They became part of the Alaska Airlines fleet. This marked the end of Virgin America as a separate airline.
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A Virgin America A320 at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Virgin America later moved its flights to Dallas Love Field.
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Three Virgin America planes at Los Angeles International Airport. Los Angeles was a very important place for the airline.
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The inside of a Virgin America plane.
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Virgin America check-in area.
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Images for kids
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“Air Colbert,” the first plane used by Virgin America, at Seattle–Tacoma International Airport.
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Virgin America's check-in area at Chicago O'Hare.
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A Virgin America display at the Frontiers of Flight Museum in Dallas Love Field.
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The same plane, “Air Colbert,” but now painted in Alaska Airlines colors.
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A Virgin America Airbus A320-200 landing at Chicago O'Hare.
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The economy class cabin inside a Virgin America A320 plane.
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See also
In Spanish: Virgin America para niños
