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1. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › flag carrierFlag carrier Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of FLAG CARRIER is an air or sea transport line flying the flag of the country to which it belongs.

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   What is a flag carrier?

   • The carrier therefore became the flag carrier of the country. The second and more broadly used definition of flag carrier is a legacy of the time when countries established state-owned airline companies. One player grabs the flag and runs through checkpoints, while other players try to grab the flag away by running into the flag carrier.

   FLAG CARRIER | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   What is a country's flag carrier?

   • During this time, the airline was designated as the countrys flag carrier. The carrier therefore became the flag carrier of the country. The second and more broadly used definition of flag carrier is a legacy of the time when countries established state-owned airline companies.

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   What is a flag carrier airline?

   • A flag carrier airline is a term originally used for government-owned airlines during the early years of commercial aviation. National flag carrier airlines – this somewhat nebulous term today – are a 20th century invention.

   Farewell to the flag: is the era of the national airline

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   What makes a flag carrier unique?

   • Flag carriers are distinguished by their close association with their government, either through ownership or national representation. They often have historic roots and may enjoy specific privileges and responsibilities in international aviation rights and home country operations, unlike private or low-cost carriers.

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3. dictionary.cambridge.org › english › flag-carrierFLAG CARRIER | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   an airline that is or was owned by a government, often with the name of the country in its name: Air India, the country's flag carrier. The Australian government raised A$1.45 billion from the sale of its 75% stake in the national flag carrier. (Definition of flag carrier from the Cambridge Business English Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)

4. quickonomics.com › terms › flag-carrierFlag Carrier Definition & Examples - Quickonomics

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   Apr 29, 2024 · Definition of Flag Carrier. A flag carrier refers to an airline which is either directly owned or sanctioned by the government of a country to represent its national identity. This airline enjoys privileges in international operations and often symbolizes the country’s pride and sovereignty.

5. www.yourdictionary.com › flag-carrierFlag Carrier Definition & Meaning - YourDictionary

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   Flag Carrier Definition. An airline owned by or strongly identified with a nation. An airline or merchant vessel registered in a given country. A person carrying a standard or flag, usually at sporting events and parades, previously on the battlefield.

6. www.collinsdictionary.com › english › flag-carrierFLAG CARRIER definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   An airline that is locally registered in a particular country.... Click for English pronunciations, examples sentences, video.

7. en.thefreedictionary.com › flag+carrierFlag carrier - definition of flag carrier by The Free Dictionary

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   Define flag carrier. flag carrier synonyms, flag carrier pronunciation, flag carrier translation, English dictionary definition of flag carrier. n. 1. An airline owned by or strongly identified with a nation. 2. An airline or merchant vessel registered in a given country. American Heritage®...

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   noun A person carrying a standard or flag, usually at sporting events and parades, previously on the battlefield. noun business A transportation company, such as a shipping or airline company, that is registered in a given state