Flight Attendant
Western Airlines, 1958
In operation since 1926, Western was the nation’s oldest airline. It flew mainly in California and the Southwest before merging with Delta in 1987. Nancy Birckhead wore this uniform while serving on Western’s Douglas and Convair airliners.
Gift of Nancy Birckhead
Display Status
This object is on display in America by Air at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Helmets & Headwear
Manufacturer
Mae Hanauer, Inc.
Physical Description
Green cap with Western Airlines insignia hat pin.
Dimensions
Clothing: 16.5 × 23.5 × 9cm (6 1/2 in. × 9 1/4 in. × 3 9/16 in.)
3-D (Badge): 6.5 × 0.6 × 2cm (2 9/16 × 1/4 × 13/16 in.)
Materials
Organic Fiber Fabric (Wool Blend)
Non-Magnetic White Metal Alloy
Synthetic Fiber Fabric
Ferrous Alloy (Stainless Steel)
Ink
Enamel
Plastic Netting
Inventory Number
A19762079000
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
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