National Airlines (1934-1980) Metal Sign
7" x 5" (Horizontal) / 0.12''
$69.99
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$69.99
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Bring the story of National Airlines into your space with a sign celebrating an airline founded in Florida in 1934. From its early Buccaneer Route between Miami and New Orleans, National expanded to the East Coast, California, and eventually European destinations. Its Sun King identity and varied fleet, including the 707, 747, and DC-10, reflect decades of change in commercial aviation. This sign is a fitting accent for a home, office, or collection devoted to airline history and classic air travel.
Founded by George T. Baker in Florida in 1934, National Airlines began scheduled passenger and mail flights on October 15 between St. Petersburg and destinations within Florida. The airline was incorporated in Florida in 1937, moved its headquarters to Jacksonville in 1939, and later made Miami International Airport its home base. Its early Buccaneer Route linked Miami and New Orleans. After gaining East Coast rights in 1944, it began flights to New York in 1945 and received approval to serve Havana in 1946. National expanded across the United States, adding California service in 1961 and scheduled London flights in 1970. Its European network later included Paris, Frankfurt, Amsterdam, and Zürich. Aircraft across its history included the Lockheed Electra, Boeing 707 and 727, Boeing 747, and McDonnell Douglas DC-10. In 1980, Pan Am completed its acquisition of National, taking over its fleet and route network. Pan Am continued using National’s Miami maintenance base and headquarters building until Pan Am ceased operations in 1991. National’s Sun King logo was later used by Southeast Airlines.
National Airlines (1934-1980) Metal Sign
$69.99
Sale price
$69.99
Regular price
Bring the story of National Airlines into your space with a sign celebrating an airline founded in Florida in 1934. From its early Buccaneer Route between Miami and New Orleans, National expanded to the East Coast, California, and eventually European destinations. Its Sun King identity and varied fleet, including the 707, 747, and DC-10, reflect decades of change in commercial aviation. This sign is a fitting accent for a home, office, or collection devoted to airline history and classic air travel.
Founded by George T. Baker in Florida in 1934, National Airlines began scheduled passenger and mail flights on October 15 between St. Petersburg and destinations within Florida. The airline was incorporated in Florida in 1937, moved its headquarters to Jacksonville in 1939, and later made Miami International Airport its home base. Its early Buccaneer Route linked Miami and New Orleans. After gaining East Coast rights in 1944, it began flights to New York in 1945 and received approval to serve Havana in 1946. National expanded across the United States, adding California service in 1961 and scheduled London flights in 1970. Its European network later included Paris, Frankfurt, Amsterdam, and Zürich. Aircraft across its history included the Lockheed Electra, Boeing 707 and 727, Boeing 747, and McDonnell Douglas DC-10. In 1980, Pan Am completed its acquisition of National, taking over its fleet and route network. Pan Am continued using National’s Miami maintenance base and headquarters building until Pan Am ceased operations in 1991. National’s Sun King logo was later used by Southeast Airlines.
| 7" x 5" (Horizontal) | |
| Width, in | 7.00 |
| Height, in | 5.00 |
| Depth, in | 0.12 |
Product features
- 100% white aluminum composite — strong, rigid, and lightweight
- Matte full-color print on one side for crisp, non-reflective finish
- Eleven sizes available; horizontal, vertical, and square orientations
- Includes one mounting block, metal plate, and double-sided tape; customer assembly required
- Indoor use only — durable for interior displays
Care instructions
- Use non-abrasive, non-ammonium based products for cleaning. Dish soap with warm water is only recommended for spot cleaning.