Today marks 30 years since easyJet operated its first-ever passenger flight. The orange-clad low-cost carrier started off small, operating wet-leased Boeing 737s on domestic routes from its first base at London Luton Airport (LTN), and has since gone on to become one of Europe's largest airlines.

In order to mark its 30th birthday, easyJet arranged for one of the flights on its first-ever route from Luton to Glasgow Airport (GLA) in Scotland to be operated solely by pilots and cabin crew who, themselves, have turned or are turning 30 this November. The carrier also marked the occasion with a special event before the flight, which saw the Captain of the maiden easyJet flight make an appearance and share his thoughts on the industry.

easyJet Turns 30

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