Founding of the first “Luft Hansa” on January 6, 1926
Lufthansa celebrates a significant anniversary with customers, fans, and employees under the motto “We are the Journey.”
A look at the history of one of the most renowned aviation brands and the future of Europe’s largest airline.
First Lufthansa aircraft with special livery enters scheduled service.
In 2026, Lufthansa marks a major milestone: on January 6, 1926, 100 years ago, the first “Luft Hansa” was founded, and by April 6 of the same year, it had its maiden flight. This anniversary is not only a reflection on the history of one of aviation’s
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