Flight Attendant
Republic Airlines, 1986
Republic Airlines was formed by the merger of North Central Airlines and Southern Airways in 1979. It quickly grew into a nationwide carrier after purchasing Hughes Air West in 1980, but was in turn absorbed by Northwest Airlines in 1986. Flight attendant Mary Ellen Lipnitz wore this uniform.
Gift of Mary Ellen Lipnitz
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
Alpair Co.
Physical Description
Blue cotton poly blend, 1 button at waistband, short zipper, 1 pocket, full lining.
Dimensions
Clothing (On Mannequin): 61.5 × 34 × 14cm (2 ft. 3/16 in. × 1 ft. 1 3/8 in. × 5 1/2 in.)
3-D (Stored Flat): 63.5 × 58.4 × 1.3cm (2 ft. 1 in. × 1 ft. 11 in. × 1/2 in.)
Materials
Fabric: Organic Fiber Fabric (Cotton) and Synthetic Fiber Fabric (Polyester) Blend
Plastic
Non-Magnetic Metal
Synthetic Fiber Threads
Paint
Inventory Number
A19880265000
Credit Line
Donated by Mary Ellen Lipnitz
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
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