World Airways
Airlines and AviationUnited States201-500 Employees
World Airways is an aviation services firm that provides air carrier operations, including long-range passenger and cargo transport, as well as charter flights and customized airlift solutions. Its customers span airlines, freight forwarders, leisure tour operators, cruise ship companies, and government entities such as the United States Military and various allied forces. Positioned within the airlines and aviation industry, the company serves a global client base by supporting both commercial and government transport needs with tailored air transport services. The company is based in Peachtree City, Georgia, United States, and it has a long history dating back to its founding in 1948; it operated as a subsidiary of Global Aviation Holdings, Inc. and entered Chapter 11 in 2013, with its Chapter 7 liquidation proceeding concluding in 2014. A recent development noted in industry news is the acquisition of Worldair by the Global GSA Group in 2021, which indicates its continued presence within the broader air cargo and charter services market.