Temporary exhibition
Exhibition "Air France, A Story of Elegance"
For all
45 minutes
€9
Over 170 original objects, couture uniforms, emblematic posters, period seats, aircraft models, filmed archives, immersive sets… L’Envol des Pionniers, in Toulouse, presents for a period of two years, the temporary exhibition “Air France, A Story of Elegance”, an invitation to travel to the history’s heart of the French national airline, dedicated to the art of travel according to Air France.
Follow the history of Air France and Toulouse
For over 90 years, Air France has been spreading the art of French-style travel around the world. With over 170 objects on display, this immersive exhibition plunges you into the world of Air France, from 1933 to nowadays, and highlights its special bond with Toulouse, one of the world’s greatest aeronautical capitals, through the history of the emblematic French airline. The exhibition is also an opportunity to rediscover the strong relationship that has always bound Toulouse to the airline, in historic buildings operated by Air France for 70 years.
Immerse yourself in the world of Air France in 2025
Visitors wVisitors are immersed in the fascinating world of Air France, where a love affair with travel, heritage and innovation come together.
Immersive decors, rare objects, costumes and scale models allow visitors to plunge into the world of Air France and its timeless values, and discover the strong relationship that has always united Toulouse and the airline.
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01 — 08
A preview of the exhibition at Galeries Lafayette
In early February, Galeries Lafayette Toulouse teamed up with L’Envol des Pionniers to offer a preview of the “Air France, une histoire d’élégance” exhibition. An authentic Dior stewardess uniform from 1962, a Polar Line suitcase from the 1960s, a Christian Lacroix stewardess uniform from 2005 and a Christian Lacroix cabin attendant uniform from 2005 were on display.
Take part in the competition and win a trip!
L’Envol des Pionniers and Galeries Lafayette Toulouse have teamed up to invite you on an extraordinary trip. From January 25th to March 2th, 2025, take part in the exclusive in-store competition and try your luck at winning a plane ticket for two, offered by Air France, in Economy class on a medium-haul or long-haul flight to one of the following destinations: Casablanca, Dakar, Rome, Tokyo, New York, Rio de Janeiro, London. Flight operated by Air France only and without connection.
To participate, rendez-vous inside the Galeries Lafayette Toulouse store.
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A bit of Elegance history
The art of travel according to Air France: “A Story of Elegance” that began when the company was founded in 1933. Even back then, Air France offered a unique travel experience in which every detail, from the layout of the aircraft to the staff’s uniforms, embodied French elegance and savoir-faire.
The special “service Parisien” launched in 1953. A couple dine aboard the Lockheed L.1049 Super Constellation. ©Air France
A rich and fascinating history, in dialogue with the heritage of Lignes Aériennes Latécoère and Compagnie générale Aéropostale. Dedicated to the early days of aeronautics, to the creation of Lignes Aériennes Latécoère and Compagnie Générale Aéropostale, L’Envol des Pionniers is located in Toulouse Montaudran, on the historic site from which Aeropostale planes left for Africa and South America between 1918 and 1933.
Visit L'Envol des Pionniers and the Cité de l'espace at a special rate!
Opt for our coupled ticket and enjoy an immersive day at the Cité de l’espace and a historic day at L’Envol des Pionniers, all at a great price!
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