Laker Dies; Launched Early No-Frills Carrier
Freddie Laker, the British founder of one the industry's original low-fare airlines, died in Hollywood, Fla., last week, leaving a lasting legacy that paved the way for the launch of Virgin Atlantic, Ryanair, EasyJet and others. Laker, 83, started working in aviation with the Short Brothers and...
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