Air New England (1970-1981) Square Porcelain Fridge Magnet
White / 2" x 2" / Square
$19.99
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Air New England (1970-1981) Square Porcelain Fridge Magnet
$19.99
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Keep a small reminder of New England aviation history close at hand. Air New England began flying in 1970 and linked Boston and New York's LaGuardia with communities in Massachusetts and Maine, including island and coastal destinations. Its expanding network and changing fleet marked a lively period for regional travel before the airline closed in 1981. This square porcelain magnet celebrates the carrier's distinctive name and story for aviation enthusiasts, travelers, and collectors of airline history.
Air New England, Inc. was incorporated in Massachusetts on September 25, 1970, and began flying on November 16. Initially based in Barnstable, it was described as a broader New England rebranding of Cape & Islands Flight Service, though the two remained separate corporations. Its early routes connected Boston and New York’s LaGuardia Airport with communities in Massachusetts and Maine. The airline grew quickly, carrying 90,000 passengers in 1971 and 320,000 in 1974, while surpassing Executive Airlines, which went out of business in December 1973. In 1974, the Civil Aeronautics Board certified Air New England to serve routes previously associated with Northeast Airlines, which had merged into Delta in 1972, and routes inherited by Allegheny Airlines through its 1972 merger with Mohawk Airlines. Certification brought access to larger aircraft, including FH-227s, but also oversight of routes with a history of financial losses. The airline expanded its network and fleet, yet relied heavily on government subsidies from 1975 onward. A proposed 1981 purchase by Wright Air Lines did not proceed. Air New England ceased operations on October 31, 1981, after citing financial losses, competition, reduced subsidies, expenses, and revenue effects from the air-traffic controllers’ strike.
Keep a small reminder of New England aviation history close at hand. Air New England began flying in 1970 and linked Boston and New York's LaGuardia with communities in Massachusetts and Maine, including island and coastal destinations. Its expanding network and changing fleet marked a lively period for regional travel before the airline closed in 1981. This square porcelain magnet celebrates the carrier's distinctive name and story for aviation enthusiasts, travelers, and collectors of airline history.
Air New England, Inc. was incorporated in Massachusetts on September 25, 1970, and began flying on November 16. Initially based in Barnstable, it was described as a broader New England rebranding of Cape & Islands Flight Service, though the two remained separate corporations. Its early routes connected Boston and New York’s LaGuardia Airport with communities in Massachusetts and Maine. The airline grew quickly, carrying 90,000 passengers in 1971 and 320,000 in 1974, while surpassing Executive Airlines, which went out of business in December 1973. In 1974, the Civil Aeronautics Board certified Air New England to serve routes previously associated with Northeast Airlines, which had merged into Delta in 1972, and routes inherited by Allegheny Airlines through its 1972 merger with Mohawk Airlines. Certification brought access to larger aircraft, including FH-227s, but also oversight of routes with a history of financial losses. The airline expanded its network and fleet, yet relied heavily on government subsidies from 1975 onward. A proposed 1981 purchase by Wright Air Lines did not proceed. Air New England ceased operations on October 31, 1981, after citing financial losses, competition, reduced subsidies, expenses, and revenue effects from the air-traffic controllers’ strike.
| 2" x 2" | |
| Width, in | 2.00 |
| Height, in | 2.00 |
| Depth, in | 0.25 |
Product features
- 2" square porcelain tile with glossy finish
- Superior coating for bright, true-to-design color reproduction
- Vibrant, crisp printing using modern techniques
- Strong magnet mounted on the backside for secure hold
- Durable glossy surface that highlights fine details and contrasts
Care instructions
- Gently wipe the dirt or dust off with a clean, dry microfiber cloth
EU representative: HONSON VENTURES LIMITED, gpsr@honsonventures.com, 3, Gnaftis House flat 102, Limassol, Mesa Geitonia, 4003, CY
Product information: Generic brand, two year warranty in the EU and Northern Ireland
Care instructions: Gently wipe the dirt or dust off with a clean, dry microfiber cloth