AIRLINE HISTORY REBRANDED - Odette Airways was a Swiss regional airline founded in 2001, operating from 2002 to 2003, which rebranded to Helvetic Airways.

Flyingphotos - Lisboa - HB-INV-McDonnell Douglas MD-83

Specializing in Balkan destinations, it was restructured in late 2003 to become Switzerland's first budget carrier. 

The airline was rebranded Helvetic Airways in Sep 2003, operating its first flight under the new brand on 28/Nov/2003.

Founded in 2001 and began operations on February 15, 2002.

Renamed and restructured into Helvetic Airways in September 2003, with full operation under the new brand starting Nov 28, 2003.

Initially focused on specialized routes to Balkan destinations before expanding into a broader holiday market