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Aloha Airlines (new logo) Unisex Quarter Zip Pullover
$39.99
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Add a chapter of Hawaiian aviation history to your everyday rotation with this Aloha Airlines quarter zip pullover. The carrier’s story began in Honolulu in 1946, linking island communities before its identity and fleet evolved through the jet age. Aloha introduced Boeing 737 service in 1969, later expanded to mainland routes, and ended scheduled passenger service in 2008. This piece suits aviation history enthusiasts, Hawaii travelers and collectors who appreciate the company’s distinctive place in inter-island air travel.
Aloha Airlines began as Trans-Pacific Airlines, a charter carrier founded by publisher Ruddy F. Tongg Sr. and partners in Honolulu. It commenced service on July 26, 1946, flying a Douglas C-47 from Honolulu to Maui and Hilo. After receiving approval for scheduled service in 1949, it adopted the name TPA-The Aloha Airline in 1950. Real estate developer Hung Wo Ching became CEO in 1958 and renamed the company Aloha Airlines. The carrier introduced turboprops and then jets, retiring its last DC-3 in 1961 and beginning BAC One-Eleven service in 1966. Boeing 737s entered service in 1969. Aloha acquired Princeville Airways in 1987; the subsidiary became Aloha IslandAir and later Island Air, independent from 2003. The airline began mainland flights in 2000, but rising costs, fuel prices and competition contributed to repeated bankruptcy filings. Scheduled passenger service ended on March 31, 2008. Its cargo division was sold to Saltchuk Resources and continued as Aloha Air Cargo, while Aloha Contract Services took over ground-handling contract work. In 2011, Yucaipa Companies acquired the Aloha name and other intellectual property.
Add a chapter of Hawaiian aviation history to your everyday rotation with this Aloha Airlines quarter zip pullover. The carrier’s story began in Honolulu in 1946, linking island communities before its identity and fleet evolved through the jet age. Aloha introduced Boeing 737 service in 1969, later expanded to mainland routes, and ended scheduled passenger service in 2008. This piece suits aviation history enthusiasts, Hawaii travelers and collectors who appreciate the company’s distinctive place in inter-island air travel.
Aloha Airlines began as Trans-Pacific Airlines, a charter carrier founded by publisher Ruddy F. Tongg Sr. and partners in Honolulu. It commenced service on July 26, 1946, flying a Douglas C-47 from Honolulu to Maui and Hilo. After receiving approval for scheduled service in 1949, it adopted the name TPA-The Aloha Airline in 1950. Real estate developer Hung Wo Ching became CEO in 1958 and renamed the company Aloha Airlines. The carrier introduced turboprops and then jets, retiring its last DC-3 in 1961 and beginning BAC One-Eleven service in 1966. Boeing 737s entered service in 1969. Aloha acquired Princeville Airways in 1987; the subsidiary became Aloha IslandAir and later Island Air, independent from 2003. The airline began mainland flights in 2000, but rising costs, fuel prices and competition contributed to repeated bankruptcy filings. Scheduled passenger service ended on March 31, 2008. Its cargo division was sold to Saltchuk Resources and continued as Aloha Air Cargo, while Aloha Contract Services took over ground-handling contract work. In 2011, Yucaipa Companies acquired the Aloha name and other intellectual property.
| XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL | |
| Width, in | 19.00 | 20.50 | 22.00 | 23.50 | 25.00 | 26.50 | 28.50 | 30.50 |
| Length, in | 27.00 | 28.00 | 29.00 | 30.00 | 31.00 | 32.00 | 32.50 | 33.00 |
| Sleeve length, in | 34.20 | 35.00 | 35.75 | 36.50 | 37.25 | 38.00 | 38.75 | 39.50 |
Product features
- 100% polyester — lightweight and quick-drying (3.8 oz/yd²)
- Moisture-wicking fabric that moves sweat away from skin
- Cadet collar with reverse-coil plastic zipper and metal head
- Direct-to-Film (DTF) chest print for crisp, durable graphics
- Regular fit with tear-away label for comfortable, irritation-free wear
Care instructions
- Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F)
- Do not bleach
- Do not tumble dry
- Do not iron
- Do not dryclean