The TAA Fleet

TAA Aircraft Fleet History: The Wings of TAA

TAA Aircraft Fleet History spans over four decades — Trans-Australia Airlines connected distant cities, opened up rugged regional frontiers, and brought world-class aviation to Australian skies across three defining eras of modern flight.

TAA Aircraft Fleet History: Post-War Foundations (1946-1960)
1946–1960

TAA Aircraft Fleet History: Post-War Foundations (1946-1960)

From post-war piston workhorses to Australia's first turbine-powered airliners.

Includes: Douglas DC-3, Douglas DC-4, Convair CV-240, Vickers Viscount, Lockheed Electra, Fokker F27 Friendship

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TAA Aircraft Fleet History: Heavy Cargo & The Jet Age (1961-1972)
1961–1972

TAA Aircraft Fleet History: Heavy Cargo & The Jet Age (1961-1972)

Conquering highland frontiers with heavy freighters and launching pure-jet travel.

Includes: Bristol Freighter, Boeing 727, deHavilland Canada DH-6 Twin Otter, McDonnell Douglas DC-9

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TAA Aircraft Fleet History: Modern & Wide-Body Era (1980-1992)
1980–1992

TAA Aircraft Fleet History: Modern & Wide-Body Era (1980-1992)

Groundbreaking wide-body operations, market competition, and advanced narrow-bodies.

Includes: Airbus A300, Boeing 737-300

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