| Lufthansa is one of the ten largest airlines
in the world. In terms of passenger numbers on international
scheduled flights, it occupies second position in the world
ranking.
The Lufthansa story began in 1926, with its founding in
Berlin. This chapter was brought to a close in 1945 with
the end of the Second World War. Eight years later the new
company, Lufthansa German Airlines, was founded in Cologne
in 1953.
The airline's success is owed greatly to Lufthansa's technical
expertise. Lufthansa's fleet is one of the youngest and
most environment-friendly in the industry (average age:
six years) and so the airline can offer its passengers the
comfort and convenience of the most modern aircraft.
For an airline to be successful, it is essential that it
have a global route network. The airline supplements its
own network through cooperation with other major airlines.
Passengers benefit additionally from an extensive frequent
flyer program and improved ground services. Lufthansa plays
a leading role in the industry in the further development
of electronic distribution and ticketing.
Lufthansa pays special attention to its First Class and
Business Class passengers. The company's aim is to open
up the customer to new dimensions in air travel and to extend
Lufthansa's special service to the pre- and post-flight
stages.
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