Air France launched the air connection between Paris Orly and Pointe-à-Pitre in 1947. This flight connected metropolitan France to Guadeloupe, marking a key milestone in French aviation history. Over the decades, the airline has modernised its fleet and increased flight frequencies. In the 1950s, propeller-driven planes were replaced by jets, significantly reducing travel time. Today, Air France offers multiple weekly flights between Paris Orly and Pointe-à-Pitre, transporting thousands of passengers annually. This route is crucial for tourism and economic exchanges between France and the Antilles.