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The iconic red color is carefully sprayed onto the Airbus A350, marking the beginning of the distinctive SWISS livery on the aircraft’s fuselage.

Premiere: The First A350 with a Swiss Cross

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SWISS Behind The Wings

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SWISS to fly Freddie Mercury, Helvetia and a marmot all over the world

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How are aircraft cleaned?

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What is meant by an “air pocket” in aviation?

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What Happens if an Aircraft Engine Fails in Flight?

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47,000 Take-offs and Landings: An Old Lady's Last Journey

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Why do airplane tires cause smoke at touchdown?

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What does the Pilot's Announcement "Cabin Crew, arm the Slides" mean?

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Why are the Windows of Aircraft Round or Oval?

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Why is Tomato Juice so Popular on Board of Aircraft?

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How Dangerous Is a Lightning Strike to an Aircraft?

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Hero of the SWISS Fleet

Master of the SWISS Fleet

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Two SWISS pilots in the cockpit from Zurich to Nice

In the cockpit from Zurich to Nice

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Tina tells us about her experience with an aircraft delivery

“An aircraft delivery is a special experience”

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