Photo by Gerrit Griem @ Planespotters.netVirgin America
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Fleet size
61 planes
Address
United States, Burlingame, 555 Airport Blvd, Burlingame Point, 94010
Founded in 2004 and launching operations in 2007, Virgin America built a reputation for stylish, tech-forward cabins, mood lighting and extensive in-seat entertainment, combined with generally attentive onboard service. It positioned itself as a premium, boutique U.S. domestic carrier rather than a traditional low-cost airline. Advantages included a strong customer experience and popular transcontinental routes from California hubs; disadvantages were a relatively limited route network, fares often above low-cost competitors and limited international reach. The carrier was reviewed by Skytrax prior to its 2018 integration into Alaska Airlines; ratings varied over time.
