CHARLOTTE — American Airlines is celebrating four decades at the Charlotte Douglas International Airport on Monday with a presentation including a fashion show with uniforms throughout the years and displays of airline memorabilia.
The American Airlines hub opened its doors at the airport on April 25, 1982, for Community Day. That day, more than 50,000 guests showed up to tour the new terminal building.
American Airlines’ Charlotte hub has since grown to become the second largest across its global network.
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The event on Monday will take a look back at all the milestones of American Airline’s heritage brands, including Piedmont Airlines.
Elected officials will attend the event, including Sen. Thom Tillis, Reps. Alma Adams and Dan Bishop, as well as Charlotte city officials and American Airlines representatives.
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