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Stewardess

American Airlines, 1936–37

Alice Lambert wore this uniform while flying on Curtiss Condors and Douglas DC-2s and DC-3s for American Airlines. Following the nautical theme started by Pan Am, American called its airplanes “flagships,” a term that appears on the left sleeve.

Gift of Alice Lambert Coker

 Display Status

This object is on display in America by Air at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC.

America by Air
Object Details
Country of Origin United States of America Type PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Helmets & Headwear Manufacturer Sears Roebuck & Co.
 Physical Description Cap, dark blue, flight cap style, with silver AA eagle badge on front. Dimensions 3-D: 22.9 × 12.1 × 7.6cm (9 × 4 3/4 × 3 in.)
 Materials Cotton
Synthetic Fiber Netting
Thread
Copper Alloy
Non-Magnetic White Metal
 Inventory Number A19730967000 Credit Line Donated by Mrs. Alice Lambert Coker Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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