[6][7] Thomas Cook Airlines carried around 6.4 million passengers during 2015, a six per cent increase compared with 2014.

[9][10] Airlines around the world took part in ferrying stranded passengers back to the UK, using their aircraft.

The airline held a United Kingdom Civil Aviation Authority Type A Operating Licence, permitting it to carry passengers, cargo and mail on aircraft with 20 or more seats.

[19] The cabin offered extra legroom, wider seats with more recline, personal entertainment, complimentary hot meal and drinks.

[19] Economy Thomas Cook's long-haul 'Economy Class' was offered on all Airbus A330 aircraft.

[21] This package included a priority security lane and check-in, an additional 4 kg of hand luggage, inflight drinks and food, access to in-flight entertainment and an option to reserve their seat.