Air Kentucky Cotton Polo Shirt
S / Charcoal
$38.99
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Air Kentucky brings a distinctive chapter of Kentucky commuter aviation to this Cotton Polo Shirt. Based in Owensboro, the airline began flying in 1974, joined the Allegheny Commuter system, and later operated as part of USAir Express before ending operations in 1989. Its name recalls a time when regional carriers connected communities through smaller airports. A thoughtful choice for aviation enthusiasts, Kentucky history collectors, and anyone who enjoys the airline’s memorable appearance in The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou.
Air Kentucky was a commuter airline based in Owensboro, Kentucky. The company began operations in 1974 and was also known for a time as Owensboro Aviation. It joined the Allegheny Commuter system for Allegheny Airlines and later operated as part of USAir Express. Air Kentucky ended operations in 1989. Its listed fleet included 13 Beechcraft Model 99 aircraft, two EMB-110 P aircraft, and four Fairchild Swearingen Metroliner SA-227 aircraft. The airline also received a popular-culture mention in the film The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou: Ned Plimpton, one of the main characters, is a pilot for Air Kentucky. In the film, Ned says the airline is based out of Louisville, Kentucky, while the company itself was based in Owensboro. These details place Air Kentucky within the history of Kentucky commuter aviation and the airline systems it joined during its years of operation.
Air Kentucky brings a distinctive chapter of Kentucky commuter aviation to this Cotton Polo Shirt. Based in Owensboro, the airline began flying in 1974, joined the Allegheny Commuter system, and later operated as part of USAir Express before ending operations in 1989. Its name recalls a time when regional carriers connected communities through smaller airports. A thoughtful choice for aviation enthusiasts, Kentucky history collectors, and anyone who enjoys the airline’s memorable appearance in The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou.
Air Kentucky was a commuter airline based in Owensboro, Kentucky. The company began operations in 1974 and was also known for a time as Owensboro Aviation. It joined the Allegheny Commuter system for Allegheny Airlines and later operated as part of USAir Express. Air Kentucky ended operations in 1989. Its listed fleet included 13 Beechcraft Model 99 aircraft, two EMB-110 P aircraft, and four Fairchild Swearingen Metroliner SA-227 aircraft. The airline also received a popular-culture mention in the film The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou: Ned Plimpton, one of the main characters, is a pilot for Air Kentucky. In the film, Ned says the airline is based out of Louisville, Kentucky, while the company itself was based in Owensboro. These details place Air Kentucky within the history of Kentucky commuter aviation and the airline systems it joined during its years of operation.
Product features - Durable double-pique fabric designed for crisp embroidery - Modern classic fit with side seams and vents for better shape - Contoured welt collar and cuffs with a clean, topstitched shoulder - Soft Sport Grey option (90/10 cotton/poly) and 100% ring-spun cotton varieties - Tear-away label, dyed-to-match buttons, and finished placket for polished comfort Care instructions
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Product information: Gildan 85800, two year warranty in the EU and Northern Ireland