Aigle Azur

Aigle Azur was a French airline founded in 1946, making it one of the oldest independent carriers in France. Headquartered at Paris Orly Airport, it operated scheduled and charter flights primarily between France and Algeria, as well as routes to other destinations in North Africa, the Middle East, and beyond. The airline was a major player in the French-Algerian travel market, serving large diaspora communities with frequent connections between Paris and cities such as Algiers, Oran, and Annaba. It also expanded into routes serving Portugal, Brazil, and other destinations. Despite its long history, Aigle Azur faced severe financial difficulties and ceased all operations on September 5, 2019, after the French commercial court placed it into liquidation. The collapse left thousands of passengers stranded and resulted in significant job losses.