AN American airline pilot faced an emotional 3300-mile trip home when he flew his last passenger jet from Glasgow to the east coast city of Philadelphia.
Captain David Gray was centre of attention even though officials in Glasgow laid on a water cannon salute to mark the 10th anniversary of US Airways operating Transatlantic flights between both cities.
US Airways is now part of American Airlines.
Senior vice president Suzanne Boda said: "We warmly welcome the great send-off for Captain Gray by Glasgow Airport.
"Scotland is a hugely important market for American Airlines and US Airways, highlighted by the additional 19 flights we have added to Glasgow this season, and we value the economic benefits we bring to the city and its surroundings."
Amanda McMillan, managing director at Glasgow Airport, said: I'd like to congratulate the airline on reaching such an important milestone in what has been a hugely successful partnership."
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