Flugfélag

Flugfélag is the Icelandic word for "airline." It is a generic term and not the name of a specific airline. Iceland has had several airlines throughout its history, some of which have operated under names that included "Flugfélag." The most notable of these was Flugfélag Íslands, which was one of the country's major airlines.

Flugfélag Íslands was founded in 1927. It played a crucial role in connecting Iceland to the outside world and facilitating domestic travel within the island nation. Over its existence, the airline operated a variety of aircraft and offered a range of services, including passenger and cargo transport.

In 1973, Flugfélag Íslands merged with another Icelandic airline, Loftleiðir, to form Icelandair. This merger created the national carrier that exists today. Therefore, while "Flugfélag" itself is a general term, its historical significance is closely tied to the legacy of Flugfélag Íslands and its contribution to Icelandic aviation. Other smaller or charter airlines may have also used "Flugfélag" in their names, but Flugfélag Íslands remains the most prominent association with the term in the context of Icelandic aviation history.