Uganda Airlines (1976–2001)
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Uganda Airlines, legally Uganda Airlines Corporation, was the flag carrier of Uganda.[1] The airline was established in May 1976, and started operations in 1977. It was headquartered in Entebbe, Wakiso District, Uganda, and operated from its hub in Entebbe International Airport.[2]
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Founded | May 1976 (1976-05) | ||||||
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Commenced operations | 1977 (1977) | ||||||
Ceased operations | May 2001 (2001-05) | ||||||
Hubs | Entebbe International Airport | ||||||
Parent company | Government of Uganda | ||||||
Headquarters | Entebbe, Wakiso District, Uganda |
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Attempts were made by the Government of Uganda to privatise the company, but all potential bidders pulled out, eventually leading to the liquidation of Uganda Airlines Corporation in May 2001. The airline was later revived and began flying again in 2019 under the same name, Uganda Airlines.[3]