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Brussels Airlines

The successor to the legendary Sabena (RIP). Brussels Airlines has the strongest Africa network in Western Europe — a legacy of Belgium's colonial connections that they've turned into a commercial advantage. Part of the Lufthansa Group.

Callsign
BEE-LINE
ICAO code
BEL
IATA code
SN
Founded
2006
Headquarters
Brussels, Belgium
Hubs
BRU
Fun fact

Brussels Airlines has a fleet of Smurfs-themed aircraft called the 'Aerosmurf' liveries, celebrating Belgium's famous blue cartoon characters.

Quick answers

What is Brussels Airlines' callsign?

"BEE-LINE". On the radio a flight is called by that word plus its flight number, and on a live map its callsign starts with BEL.

What are Brussels Airlines' airline codes?

ICAO BEL, IATA SN. Tickets and departure boards use the two-letter IATA code; air traffic control and flight data use the three-letter ICAO code.

Where are Brussels Airlines' hubs?

Brussels (BRU).

Is Brussels Airlines in an airline alliance?

Yes: Star Alliance.

Aircraft you’ll see in Brussels Airlines colors

Brussels Airlines special liveries

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Bogey shows every flight around you on a live map. Tap a BEL callsign and you get the aircraft, the route and where it's headed.

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