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The Story Of Pan Am's First Moon Flights Club

Did you know about this popular scheme?

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What Do The Stripes On A Pilot's Uniform Represent?

Pan Am was the first airline to introduce uniforms for pilots, which, along with the prominent bars, are now standard in the industry.

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Pan Am Holiday Sweater Disgusts Scots Ahead Of 35-Year Anniversary Of Lockerbie Bombing

Members of the local community affected most deeply by the tragedy felt the use of the Pan Am logo in a Christmas setting was a distressing reminder.

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Pan Am Flight 103 Lockerbie - Remembering The Cabin Crew

Who were the flight attendants onboard the aircraft involved in the Lockerbie disaster?

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The Plane That Had It All: The Rise and Fall Of The Boeing Clipper 314

The Clipper represented a different age of travel.

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What Happened To Former US Carrier Ransome Airlines?

The regional airline operated for over 28 years.

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What Happened To TWA's Concorde Order?

Trans World Airlines ordered six of the supersonic aircraft and was even presented with a full-size mockup in TWA livery.

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The Evolution Of Transatlantic Flight

From early attempts by balloon to the supersonic era - what are some of the key moments in the history of transatlantic air travel?

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Did You Know: Pan Am Lives On Today As A Board Game

Pan Am, the board game, can be played by two to four people.

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The World's Smallest 747: The Boeing 747SP

With its unusual design, the Boeing 747SP is instantly recognizable.

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The Evolution Of Pilots' Uniforms Over The Years

The surprisingly short history of what pilots wear for work.

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Unproduced Prototype: The Story Of The Dassault Falcon 30

Fifty years ago today, the Dassault Falcon 30 took its first flight amid high hopes. But what led to its subsequent downfall?

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The Life And Times Of Pan Am Founder Juan Trippe

Juan Trippe was the man who founded one of the most iconic airlines of the 20th century: Pan American World Airways.

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The Tenerife Disaster: A Cabin Crew Perspective

The disaster remains the deadliest aviation accident of all time.

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A Look Back At Some Of Pan Am's Key Early Flights

In 1929 Pan Am stock was in high demand as the airline began operating new international routes.

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The Story Of Pan American World Airways

Pan American World Airways operated for 61 years, developing extensive international routes from the US before facing bankruptcy.

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Here's What Sets The Boeing 747SP Apart From Other Jumbo Jet Variants

The 747SP was the longest-range airliner available until it was superseded by the 747-400

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