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Dedicated Cargo operator founded as Riddle Airlines by John Paul Riddle (Pilot and co-founder of Embry-Riddle Aeronautics University) in 1945 in Miami Florida. Riddle Airlines started operations using Curtiss C-46 aircraft on charter flights between Miami and Puerto Rico. Company changed name to Airlift International in March 1964. In 1968, Airlift International acquired rival airline Slick Airways. Airline operated world wide with focus on South America and military support flights to Europe. During 1980s, airline struggled financialy and had to liquidate in 1991.

founded - demised (age)

1945 - 1991  (46)

headquarters

, Miami, FL

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base airports

KMIA Miami International Miami

related operators

Slick Airways

acquired 1968