Continental/Central Wings Confusion

I think when the codes were introduced the big airlines of the time had some say in the matter. NW, UA, AA, and BA for example. TWA also had TW I think.

I think many airlines in the past were able to request codes from IATA, but the actual decision was out of their hands. I guess this is getting far more difficult now as the number of airliens keeps growing.

I also have a vague recollection of an airline purchasing the right to use as code from another airline because it suited them better. But don’t take my word on that as I may be COMPLETELY wrong.

Also @ LGW, CO and C0 use the same terminal, and the same peir!!

Yes the 2 letter or number codes are issued. I dont think there is many examples of when there could be confusion.

erm… yes.
the thread starter for example!
CO and C0

EDIT: Just noticed you said MANY… I read ANY…. LOL

Yes the 2 letter or number codes are issued. I dont think there is many examples of when there could be confusion.

I’m sure them two must get mixed up, especially at Gatwick!

Scott

I believe the ICAO/FAA issue the 2 letter codes. Most don’t make sense at all which would indicate that airlines don’t get to pick their codes.