Airlines

thumb|A Boeing 777 of [[United Airlines, the largest airline in the world by fleet size.]] An airline is a company that provides a regular service of air transportation for passengers or freight (cargo). Airlines use aircraft to supply these services. Many passenger airlines also carry cargo in the belly of their aircraft, while dedicated cargo airlines focus solely on freight transport. Generally, airline companies are recognized with an air operating certificate or license issued by a governmental aviation body. Airlines may be scheduled or charter operators.

airline or shipping company that enjoys preferential rights or privileges accorded by a government for international operations

identifier of airline