For every easyJet or Southwest, there are dozens of low-cost airline ventures which - for a variety of reasons - don't stand the test of time. From mergers to messy collapses, it's time to test your knowledge of these relics of no-frills flying. Good luck!
Question 1 of 10
1. What was the name of Delta’s short-lived budget carrier, which operated between 2003 and 2006?
Question 2 of 10
2. Low-cost pioneer Loftleiðir gained what nickname during its heyday?
Question 3 of 10
3. Long before Wizz, there were other onomatopoetic budget carriers. Which of these has NOT been the name of a low-cost operator?
Question 4 of 10
4. Oasis Hong Kong Airlines’ fleet comprised entirely of which type?
Question 5 of 10
5. Which of these companies was one of the biggest low-cost charter players of the 1990s?
Question 6 of 10
6. In which country was ‘Air Asia Zest’ formed?
Question 7 of 10
7. Which of these types was NOT operated by Air France’s low-cost leisure subsidiary Joon?
Question 8 of 10
8. Where were the operational headquarters of Laker Airways?
Question 9 of 10
9. Virgin Express merged with which carrier in 2007?
Question 10 of 10
10. Here’s the last chance to boost your score! What was the IATA code for bmibaby?
You got correct!
Oh dear, a rather no-frills performance. Better luck next week!
You got correct!
Oh dear, a rather no-frills performance. Better luck next week!
You got correct!
Oh dear, a rather no-frills performance. Better luck next week!
You got correct!
Well done! That's a first class performance. Can you keep up the standard next week?
