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Iberia

Iberia, in full Iberia, Líneas Aéreas de España, is the flag carrier of Spain. The airline first commenced operations on December 14th, 1927, and mainly operated domestic flights until after World War II. Today, it is part of the International Airlines Group and the oneworld alliance. It operates an all-Airbus fleet of close to 100 aircraft, with more on the way out of its base at Madrid Barajas Airport. (Featured image: Vincenzo Pace - Simple Flying)

Iberia Airbus A350-941 EC-NDR
The Airbus A350-900 is a key part of Iberia's long-haul operations. Photo: Vincenzo Pace | Simple Flying
IATA/ICAO Code:
IB/IBE
Airline Type:
Full Service Carrier
Year Founded:
1927
Alliance:
oneworld
Airline Group:
IAG
CEO:
Javier Sánchez-Prieto
Country:
Spain
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