Khalifa Airways Youth Hoodie / Sweatshirt
This youth hoodie celebrates Khalifa Airways and its remarkable four-year run in Algerian aviation. From Algiers, the airline served domestic cities and international destinations while pursuing an ambitious fleet vision in the early 2000s. The brand also reached a broad audience through its Marseille sponsorship, creating a lasting connection between aviation, sport, and travel culture. A strong choice for young plane enthusiasts, family travelers, and collectors who appreciate overlooked airline history.
Khalifa Airways was an Algerian passenger and cargo airline based in Algiers. Founded by Rafik Khalifa in June 1999, it received government authorization to launch services in August 1999 and began operations that same month. The carrier connected destinations within Algeria while also operating international services in Africa, Europe and the Middle East. Late in 1999, it leased a Boeing 737-400 from Pegasus Airlines. In 2001, Khalifa Airways placed orders for three Airbus A340-300 aircraft, five A330-200s and ten A320s, with deliveries scheduled for 2004. The airline also gained public visibility as sponsor of Olympique de Marseille from 2001 to 2003. Its rapid expansion did not continue: a French court liquidated the airline on 10 July 2003 after it failed to make a 5 million euro payment to creditors. Khalifa Airways ceased flying in 2003, leaving behind a brief but notable chapter in Algerian aviation and corporate history.
| S | M | L | XL | |
| Width, in | 16.93 | 18.11 | 18.90 | 20.08 |
| Length, in | 21.26 | 22.44 | 24.02 | 25.59 |
| Sleeve length (from center back), in | 26.50 | 27.76 | 30.24 | 32.99 |
| Size tolerance, in | 1.00 | 1.00 | 1.00 | 1.00 |
Product features
- 50/50 cotton-poly midweight fleece (8 oz/yd²) — durable, smooth fabric for lasting prints
- Twill necktape and sewn-in label for added comfort and stability
- Kangaroo pouch pocket for warmth and convenient storage
- Embroidery available on left or center chest; DTF wrist prints with DTG body printing
- Meets children’s safety and compliance standards; runs true to size
Care instructions
- Machine wash: warm (max 40C or 105F)
- Bleach as needed
- Tumble dry: medium heat
- Do not dry clean
- Do not iron
EU representative: HONSON VENTURES LIMITED, gpsr@honsonventures.com, 3, Gnaftis House flat 102, Limassol, Mesa Geitonia, 4003, CY
Product information: Gildan 18500B, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC
Warnings, Hazard: For children, Made in Honduras
Care instructions: Machine wash: warm (max 40C or 105F), Bleach as needed, Tumble dry: medium heat, Do not iron, Do not dry clean