Eastern Air Lines Ceramic Coaster
Set down a drink on an Eastern Air Lines Ceramic Coaster and bring classic aviation history to the table. Eastern served as a major American carrier for generations, building strong associations with Miami, Atlanta, New York, Washington, Boston, and Caribbean destinations. From its air-mail origins to the Eastern Shuttle and the Boeing jet era, the company left behind a travel legacy collectors still recognize. This coaster is a small, useful accent for home bars, desks, coffee tables, and airline-themed displays.
Eastern Air Lines operated as a United States trunk carrier from 1926 to 1991. Its roots included Florida Airways and Pitcairn Aviation, which held a late-1920s air-mail contract between New York City and Atlanta. Clement Keys bought Pitcairn in 1929 and renamed it Eastern Air Transport in 1930; after General Motors acquired the company and the Airmail Act of 1934 reshaped its leadership, it became Eastern Air Lines. Eddie Rickenbacker bought Eastern in 1938, guiding a period of growth. The airline expanded through purchases including Colonial Airlines in 1956, Mackey Airlines in 1967, Caribair in 1973, and Braniff International's South American routes in 1982. Eastern introduced its New York-Washington-Boston Shuttle in 1961 and was first to fly the Boeing 727 in 1964. Texas Air acquired Eastern in 1986. Labor conflict, debt, and competition followed, and Eastern ceased flying on January 19, 1991. American Airlines acquired many Miami routes, while Delta acquired Atlanta gates and many L-1011 aircraft.
Ceramic coaster engraved with a simple, vintage-style wordmark that brings a quiet, archival charm to a coffee table or office desk. The cool ceramic top takes heat and condensation with calm confidence while the cork backing keeps cups steady and surfaces safe. It sits easily beside a well-loved mug during long work sessions or late-night reading, a small, steady surface that feels both practical and quietly nostalgic.
Product features
- Durable white ceramic surface resists heat and moisture
- Non-slip cork backing prevents sliding and protects surfaces
- Available in round (4.06") and square (3.94") sizes
- Easy to wipe clean — suitable for hot and cold drinks
- Made in South Korea with ceramic and cork materials
Care instructions
- Gently wipe the dirt or dust off with a clean, dry microfiber cloth
| \ | Round | Square |
| Height, in | 4.06 | 3.94 |
| Width, in | 4.06 | 3.94 |
EU representative: HONSON VENTURES LIMITED, gpsr@honsonventures.com, 3, Gnaftis House flat 102, Limassol, Mesa Geitonia, 4003, CY
Product information: Generic brand, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC
Warnings, Hazard: Made in South Korea, For adults
Care instructions: Gently wipe the dirt or dust off with a clean, dry microfiber cloth