{"product_id":"air-california-later-aircal-metal-bottle-opener-1","title":"Air California (later AirCal) Metal Bottle Opener","description":"GhostCorp Apparel - resurrecting iconic corporate ghosts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAir California started passenger service in 1967 from Orange County Airport and soon connected travelers with destinations including San Francisco, San Jose, and Oakland. This metal bottle opener celebrates that early California network and the airline’s later AirCal identity. Its story spans Orange County roots, expansion after deregulation, and a 1987 merger into American Airlines. Made for collectors to enjoy at home or bring out when entertaining, it is a small keepsake with a strong connection to California aviation history.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAir California began with a December 1965 proposal for better air service between Orange County and San Francisco. Incorporated on April 12, 1966, it started flying on January 16, 1967, from Orange County Airport, now John Wayne Airport, using Lockheed Electra aircraft. The California intrastate carrier soon added routes to San Jose and Oakland, then expanded its fleet and destinations. Its early years included two proposed mergers with Pacific Southwest Airlines that did not go forward. From 1970, the airline was controlled by Westgate-California Corporation, which entered bankruptcy in 1974; Air California nevertheless became profitable from 1973. It expanded beyond California after federal airline deregulation, adding Reno in 1978. On April 6, 1981, under new ownership, it adopted the AirCal name and a new visual identity. Its network eventually reached cities including Chicago, Seattle, Anchorage, and Vancouver. American Airlines completed its purchase on May 1, 1987, and AirCal merged into American on July 1. In 2015, American added an AirCal-inspired aircraft to its heritage livery series.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis slim, all-metal bottle opener feels like the trusted tool you reach for when friends gather and stories start. Forged from heavy-duty stainless steel, it slides into a pocket or bartending apron without bulk, then delivers confident leverage when a cold drink needs freeing. The flat surface accepts crisp laser engraving, so names, dates, or logos stay sharp through years of use. Use it behind the home bar, at backyard tailgates, or hand one to each member of your wedding party — it’s built to take commercial-level wear while still looking clean and refined. Simple, sturdy, and ready for the next toast.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduct features\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- 100% heavy-duty stainless steel resists rust and bending\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Flat surface optimized for permanent precision laser engraving\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Ergonomic all-metal grip provides strong leverage\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Slim, ultra-flat profile fits pockets and bar drawers\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Commercial-grade durability for frequent use\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-row=\"1\" style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-row=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 500; font-size: 15px; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eOne size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-row=\"2\" style=\"padding: 10px; font-size: 15px; border-top: 1px solid rgb(237, 237, 237); word-break: break-word;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 82, 82);\"\u003eWidth, in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-row=\"2\" style=\"padding: 10px; font-size: 15px; border-top: 1px solid rgb(237, 237, 237); word-break: break-word;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 82, 82);\"\u003e5.50\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-row=\"3\" style=\"padding: 10px; font-size: 15px; border-top: 1px solid rgb(237, 237, 237); word-break: break-word;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 82, 82);\"\u003eHeight, in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-row=\"3\" style=\"padding: 10px; font-size: 15px; border-top: 1px solid rgb(237, 237, 237); word-break: break-word;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 82, 82);\"\u003e1.50\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Printify","offers":[{"title":"One size \/ Silver","offer_id":54762597744924,"sku":"86687501540939969637","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/2517\/5580\/files\/18115947538583215992_2048.jpg?v=1792843751","url":"https:\/\/ghostcorpapparel.com\/products\/air-california-later-aircal-metal-bottle-opener-1","provider":"Ghost Corp Apparel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}