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.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Uniforms: Civil
Manufacturer
Sears Roebuck & Co.
Physical Description
Blue polyester/cotton blend, size med., long sleeves
Dimensions
Clothing (On Mannequin): 72 × 38 × 15cm (2 ft. 4 3/8 in. × 1 ft. 2 15/16 in. × 5 7/8 in.)
3-D (Stored Flat, Arms Folded In): 76.2 × 73.7 × 7cm (2 ft. 6 in. × 2 ft. 5 in. × 2 3/4 in.)
Materials
Fabric: Synthetic Fiber Fabric (Duralon Polyester) and Organic Fiber Fabric (Cotton) Blend
Synthetic Fiber Thread
Plastic
Ink
Inventory Number
A19730970000
Credit Line
Donated by Mrs. Alice Lambert Coker
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
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