Champion Air 40oz Insulated Travel Mug Stainless Tumbler
40oz / Dark Gray
$49.99
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$49.99
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For long drives, daily commutes, and aviation-minded routines, this travel mug celebrates Champion Air's unusual place in U.S. airline history. The company grew from MGM Grand Air, took shape under Front Page Tours in 1995, and became a major charter operator for vacation travelers and sports teams. Its Boeing 727 fleet connected the story to a distinctive era of specialized passenger flying. Remember the Minnesota-based carrier and its clear endpoint: operations ceased on May 31, 2008.
Champion Air grew out of MGM Grand Air, a California airline established in 1987 that began flying in September of that year. MGM Grand Air operated premium scheduled service between Los Angeles and New York, a shuttle between Los Angeles and Orange County, and charter flights. As business jets gained popularity, the airline became unprofitable. Minnesota tour operator Front Page Tours bought its air operator's certificate in July 1995, changed the name to Champion Air, and standardized the fleet on Boeing 727 aircraft. In March 1997, Minnesota Twins owner Carl Pohlad and Northwest Airlines acquired the company from Richard Page. Champion Air moved to Minneapolis and shared facilities and resources with Northwest, while becoming a leading charter provider for Northwest-owned MLT Vacations. MLT traffic represented about 75 to 80 percent of Champion Air's operations. Northwest planned to move those passengers to its own flights during 2008, and also took over a charter contract serving 13 National Basketball Association teams. On March 31, 2008, president and CEO Lee Steele announced voluntary liquidation. High fuel costs and the aging 727-200 fleet were cited among the reasons. All flights ended May 31, 2008.
Champion Air 40oz Insulated Travel Mug Stainless Tumbler
$49.99
Sale price
$49.99
Regular price
For long drives, daily commutes, and aviation-minded routines, this travel mug celebrates Champion Air's unusual place in U.S. airline history. The company grew from MGM Grand Air, took shape under Front Page Tours in 1995, and became a major charter operator for vacation travelers and sports teams. Its Boeing 727 fleet connected the story to a distinctive era of specialized passenger flying. Remember the Minnesota-based carrier and its clear endpoint: operations ceased on May 31, 2008.
Champion Air grew out of MGM Grand Air, a California airline established in 1987 that began flying in September of that year. MGM Grand Air operated premium scheduled service between Los Angeles and New York, a shuttle between Los Angeles and Orange County, and charter flights. As business jets gained popularity, the airline became unprofitable. Minnesota tour operator Front Page Tours bought its air operator's certificate in July 1995, changed the name to Champion Air, and standardized the fleet on Boeing 727 aircraft. In March 1997, Minnesota Twins owner Carl Pohlad and Northwest Airlines acquired the company from Richard Page. Champion Air moved to Minneapolis and shared facilities and resources with Northwest, while becoming a leading charter provider for Northwest-owned MLT Vacations. MLT traffic represented about 75 to 80 percent of Champion Air's operations. Northwest planned to move those passengers to its own flights during 2008, and also took over a charter contract serving 13 National Basketball Association teams. On March 31, 2008, president and CEO Lee Steele announced voluntary liquidation. High fuel costs and the aging 727-200 fleet were cited among the reasons. All flights ended May 31, 2008.
| 40oz | |
| Height, in | 9.84 |
| Width with handle, in | 5.79 |
| Diameter, in | 4.02 |
Product features
- Leak-proof push-on lid with easy latch
- Double-wall stainless steel insulation for long temperature retention
- Large 40oz capacity with included straw and ergonomic handle
- Durable powder-coated finish with UV-DTF printed design
- BPA-free materials; hand wash recommended
Care instructions
- Clean in dishwasher (put the product on top rack), or wash by hand with warm water and dish soap