SWISS
SWISS International Air Lines serves as the flag carrier of Switzerland from its hub at Zürich Airport. A key member of the Lufthansa Group and Star Alliance, SWISS flies more than 100 aircraft to a range of short and long-haul destinations. Also sporting an operating base in Geneva, it will celebrate its 20th anniversary in March 2002. (Featured image: Vincenzo Pace - Simple Flying)
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- IATA/ICAO Code:
- LX/SWR
- Airline Type:
- Full Service Carrier
- Hub(s):
- Zurich Airport
- Year Founded:
- 2002
- Alliance:
- Star Alliance
- Airline Group:
- Lufthansa Group
- CEO:
- Dieter Vranckx
- Country:
- Switzerland
latest SWISS Articles
SWISS Crew Caught Taking Selfies On Wing Of Boeing 777
There are safer places to take pictures from than on a wing 16 feet above the ground.
Short-Haul Quadjets: SWISS' European Airbus A340 Routes This Summer
Five airports across Europe see its A340s.
SWISS Carried 1.7 Million Passengers This Summer Despite Challenges
SWISS shows off an impressive reliability performance despite multiple hurdles.
SWISS Airlines Becomes The Latest To Offer Free Inflight WiFi Chat Packages
The carrier will provide unlimited data for messaging and paid upgrades for customers desiring to surf the web.
SWISS Bids Special Farewell To Airbus A321 That Carried 7 Million Passengers For The Airline
The narrowbody carried many names throughout its time with SWISS.
Swiss Air's Boeing 777 Is The Largest Plane At Tampa International Airport In 20 Years
The big bird will visit for the month of July.
Which Airlines Fly The Airbus A220?
With more than 250 of the aircraft in service around the world today, which airlines fly the Airbus A220?
SWISS Announces Boost To Its Winter Short-To-Mid-Haul Schedules
The airline will offer flights from Zurich and Geneva to a total of 68 destinations.
A Look At The Diverse SWISS Fleet In 2023
With more than 100 aircraft at its disposal, the SWISS fleet offers considerable variety.
Why airBaltic Is Wet Leasing A220s To SWISS While Wet Leasing From Others
Caught between its commitment to SWISS and its commitment to its own passengers, airBaltic must wet lease aircraft to replace its own loaned aircraft.
The Good, Bad, & Ugly: The Global Airbus A220 Fleet Amid PW Engine Woes
Due to its engines, the Airbus A220 has been a huge burden for some airlines. But how is it doing overall?
Much More Than An Airline: The Incredible Diversity Of The Lufthansa Group
From VIP aircraft modifications to IT systems, the Lufthansa Group is much more than just its passenger airlines.
Expanded Offering: SWISS Launches New Zurich Non-Schengen Lounge
The freshly renovated lounge will offer space for up to 160 premium passengers to relax before boarding.
SWISS Is Using AI To Count Passengers Boarding Its Planes
SWISS will trial a system to count passengers boarding in an effort to alleviate FAs of this pre-flight duty.
SWISS Reveals New Airbus A330 Cabin Designs
The new cabin design is expected to embody a “warm-minimalism” style.
Which Airlines Fly The Most-Used Airbus A220s?
Different carriers use the next-generation narrowbody for different purposes.
SWISS Announces Return Of Passenger Services To Shanghai
SWISS will employ both its Boeing 777-300ER and Airbus A340-300s on this route.
The Most Notable New Airline Routes This Week
Routes go to the heart of airlines and airports, and I celebrate them in my weekly newsletter.
SWISS Begins Installing New Premium Economy Class On Its Airbus A340-300 fleet
The new premium economy cabin will be fully available by April.
SWISS To Name 20 Aircraft After Swiss Tourist Areas And Resorts
Three of these planes will have a physical aircraft naming ceremony this year.