Founded in 1953, Lufthansa Airlines has had a long decorated history in the aviation industry. Born out of the ashes of the defunct “Deutsche Luft Hansa,” which ceased operations at the end of the Second World War, the new airline quickly established itself as a frequent flyer’s favorite. Today, Lufthansa Airlines stands as the largest German airline and, when its subsidiaries are considered, also the largest airline in Europe in terms of fleet size. Over the years, Lufthansa has championed a number of industry firsts, establishing itself as a true…