Société Générale de Transport Aériens
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The Société Générale de Transport Aérien (SGTA) was a French airline founded in 1919. It operated until 1933 when its assets were incorporated in the newly-created Air France airline.
[edit] History
Initially known as the Lignes Aériennes Farman (Farman airlines), the SGTA was created on February 8, 1919, when a Farman F.60 Goliath flew from Toussus-le-Noble to Kenley, near Croydon. The airline was created by the Farman brothers, who also owned the Farman Aviation Works.
In 1933, all SGTA assets were incorporated in the newly-created Air France, and the company ceased to exist.
[edit] Aircraft
The airline operated Farman aircraft exclusively, including these types:
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