Laker Airways Mouse Pad
Add a note of airline history to your workspace with this Laker Airways mouse pad. The British carrier was founded by Sir Freddie Laker in 1966 and built its reputation through charter travel and an ambitious low-fare transatlantic service. Skytrain began flying from Gatwick to New York in 1977, making the airline a memorable challenger in the changing world of air travel. A thoughtful desk choice for aviation enthusiasts, airline collectors, and anyone who enjoys stories of bold ideas taking flight.
Laker Airways Ltd. was a private British airline founded by Sir Freddie Laker in 1966. Registered on 8 February, it began operating from Gatwick Airport on 29 July with two Bristol Britannia aircraft, initially flying on behalf of Air France. The airline grew from charter services carrying passengers and cargo to holiday destinations into a long-haul low-fare pioneer. It introduced the widebody DC-10 in 1972 and launched Skytrain, its scheduled Gatwick–New York service, on 26 September 1977. Later routes included Los Angeles and Miami; the airline also operated from Berlin Tegel and briefly flew scheduled service between Manchester and Zürich. Laker pursued other international routes and a wider European low-fare network, but several proposals did not proceed. During the early 1980s recession, financial pressures and competition weakened the business. Laker Airways operated its last flight on 5 February 1982 and went bankrupt. Its history is associated with low-fare transatlantic travel, charter flying, Gatwick, and Sir Freddie Laker’s efforts to challenge established airline practices.
| 9" × 8" | |
| Width, in | 9.00 |
| Height, in | 8.00 |
| Depth, in | 0.06 |
Product features
- Smooth, low-friction surface for effortless mouse movement
- Full-front color print with bright, accurate reproduction
- Ultra-thin 1/16" (1.58 mm) high-density foam core
- Non-slip rubber base that grips the desk
- Rectangular shape with one-sided print
Care instructions
- Use warm water and dish soap to clean spots off your pad. It's not necessary to soak the whole pad. For hard-to-clean spots use a soft-bristled brush.
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Product information: Generic brand, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC
Care instructions: Use warm water and dish soap to clean spots off your pad. It's not necessary to soak the whole pad. For hard-to-clean spots use a soft-bristled brush.