Pan American World Airways was one of the first to blaze a trail across the Atlantic with its spacious cabins , ladies-only powder rooms and modest overhead lights . The first commercial flight took place Today in Tampa Bay , Tampa Bay . Since then , many airlines have been consolidating . 100 years ago 's airlines must be global in every way in order to survive , says CNN chief .
The first commercial flight took place Today in Tampa Bay , Tampa Bay . Since then , many airlines have been consolidating . 100 years ago 's airlines must be global in every way in order to survive , says CNN chief .