Pennant, American Airlines

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Object Details

Physical Description

Printed, red, white, blue, cotton flag, rod pocket on edge

Summary

American Airlines “Flagship Fleet” Pennant

To evoke the comfort and ease of ocean liner travel, American Airlines called its airplanes “flagships.” Each flagship Douglas DC-3 flew a large pennant from its cockpit when taxiing, before both takeoff and after landing. Shown here is a smaller souvenir pennant that passengers could purchase.

Their early frequent flyer plan underscored the nautical theme: frequent passengers were designated “Admirals.” They received access to comfortable airport lounges and other benefits. Competing airlines soon followed suit.

Inventory Number

V20070144001

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

MEMORABILIA-Miscellaneous

Dimensions

2-D - Unframed (H x W): 22.9 × 44.3cm (9 in. × 17 7/16 in.)

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National Air and Space Museum Collection

Location

National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC

Exhibition

America by Air

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

Metadata Usage

Not determined

Link to Original Record

http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv9d34dde45-64bc-4c83-acd3-7565d95cf6c2

Record ID

nasm_V20070144001