The England-based airline - the Virgin Atlantic - is one of the most efficient service providers in the region. Two enthusiasts, Alan Hellary and Randolph Field, founded this carrier and initially named it the British Atlantic Airways.

Ever wonder how luck plays in being upgraded into first class? Is it by choice at the hands of an airline ticketing employee or is it luck by automation?

There are two different ways in which you can take to the skies, flying commercially or privately. Flying privately is becoming increasingly popular and is no longer for the rich and famous. There are many different private jets that charter every day, one of the most popular jets is the Embraer 120.

Lufthansa, operating under the company Deutsche Lufthansa AG, is the largest carrier of Europe. The entire range of aircraft owned by the airline bears the flag of Germany. It owns more than 280 models including the latest offerings from Airbus and Boeing.