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In the spring of 1928, insurance magnate Thomas Elmer Braniff founded an air carrier, maintenance, aircraft dealer and flight school organization with his brother Paul, called Paul R. Braniff, Inc., which did business as Tulsa-Oklahoma City Airline.
Sep 19, 2020 · Paul R. Braniff in his company uniform circa 1929. There'd be no mistaking the pilot in command on his flights. The year was 1928 and two brothers named Braniff joined forces to create what would eventually become one of the world’s leading airlines.
In 1935, Braniff became the first airline to fly from Chicago to the U.S.–Mexico border. Paul Braniff left the airline in 1935 to pursue other interests and to tour South America for Braniff's eventual service to the region, but Tom Braniff retained control of the carrier and hired Charles Edmund Beard to run day-to-day operations.
May 12, 2023 · On May 12, 1982, the aviation industry mourned the loss of Braniff International Airways, once a prominent and innovative airline that had graced the skies for over five decades. Known for its colorful aircraft, cutting-edge design, and forward-thinking approach, Braniff was an icon in the industry. However, despite its rich history and loyal ...
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Charles Beard successfully flew Braniff into the Jet Powered age in 1959 with the introduction of the Lockheed L-188 Electra four engine turboprop followed by the pure jet Boeing 707 in December 1959.
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Apr 25, 2013 · The original Braniff airline operation was known as Tulsa–Oklahoma City Airways. It was started by Thomas E. Braniff, an insurance salesman and financial executive. Teaming up with his brother, Paul Revere Braniff, they offered passenger service throughout Oklahoma.
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Photo: Mr. Troy Victor Post, whose company, Greatamerica Insurance Company, was the former owner of Braniff Airways, Incorporated, remained loyal to Braniff. He was honored to accept another position on the Board of Directors of the new Braniff, Inc.
