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Brussels Airlines is Belgium's flagship carrier, headquartered in Brussels and operating primarily from Brussels Airport (BRU) and Brussels South Charleroi Airport. Founded in 2006 through the merger of Virgin Express and Sabena's successor airline, Brussels Airlines operates as a full-service carrier offering economy and business class on most of its network. The airline is a member of the Star Alliance and maintains an extensive network connecting Belgium to Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, with particular strength on routes to its African heritage markets. Brussels Airlines operates the Quartz frequent flyer program and is owned by Lufthansa Group, which acquired a controlling stake in 2009. As a mid-sized European carrier, Brussels Airlines serves millions of passengers annually and plays a key role in connecting Brussels as a major European hub to destinations across three continents.