Up for sale is an authentic 3-piece collection of American Airlines flight crew history spanning the dawn of the Jet Age to the modern era. All items are genuine issued pieces housed in high-clarity black 3D floating suspension display frames (elastic membrane allows full front-and-back viewing, and frames snap open easily if you wish to inspect, wear, or remount the items).
COLLECTION BREAKDOWN:
1. Vintage AA Captain Pilot Insignia Display: - Authentic American Airlines Captain Pilot Wings (classic dual-post metal wings with commander star over eagle) - Official vintage hand-embroidered silver bullion wire pilot cap wreath badge (heavy bullion thread on black wool felt with centered silver AA eagle)
2. 1959 Inaugural "First Jet Service Across the U.S.A." Medallion & Pin Display: - Official bronze-tone commemorative medal struck by the Medallic Art Co. (NY) for American Airlines' historic inaugural Boeing 707 transcontinental jet passenger service on January 25, 1959 - Front reads: "American Airlines - First Jet Service Across the U.S.A. - January 1959" - Reverse reads: "A New Era Begins - 707 Jet Flagship" - Paired with an authentic gold-tone Boeing 707 jet lapel/tie pin and frame placard
3. American Airlines Charlotte Flight Office (CLT Hub) Retiree Challenge Coin: - Official challenge coin presented exclusively by flight office management to retiring flight crew at the Charlotte (CLT) hub - Front: Modern AA tail livery logo and pilot wings ("American Airlines Charlotte Flight Office - Retiree") - Reverse: Iconic Queen City CLT Crown insignia ("Dedication • Professionalism • Safety - Thank You For Your Service")
CONDITION: Pre-owned, excellent collectible condition. The bullion cap badge is sharp with clean threadwork, the wings retain great finish, the 1959 medal displays handsome vintage toning, and the CLT coin is in mint condition. Please refer to all detailed photos for exact condition and reverse mounting hardware.
SHIPPING: Securely packed in a sturdy box with bubble wrap and shipped promptly via USPS with full tracking.
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