Northeast Airlines Luggage Tag
2.4'' × 4''
$16.99
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Mark your travels with a nod to Northeast Airlines, the New England carrier that grew from a Boston-Maine Airways route linking Boston, Portland, and Bangor. Its network later reached Florida, Canada, the Bahamas, and Bermuda, while its distinctive Yellowbird identity became a favorite among airline-history enthusiasts. This luggage tag brings that story into everyday journeys and makes a thoughtful choice for travelers, collectors, and anyone with a connection to New England aviation.
Northeast Airlines began as Boston-Maine Airways, founded on July 20, 1931, by the Boston and Maine Railroad and Maine Central Railroad. Its first route connected Boston, Portland, and Bangor. National Airways operated its flights from 1933, and the carrier received scheduled-airline certification in 1939. It adopted the Northeast Airlines name in 1940 and expanded from New England into other markets, including Washington, Florida, Canada, the Bahamas, and Bermuda. During World War II it flew transatlantic military service under contract. The airline added jet aircraft in 1959 and, under Storer Broadcasting ownership from 1965, introduced its yellow-and-white “Yellowbird” livery and Boeing 727s. After years of financial difficulties, a proposed merger with Northwest Airlines was approved conditionally but did not proceed. Delta Air Lines announced a merger plan in 1971; the merger was approved in May 1972 and completed in August. Delta gained Northeast’s Boston and northern New England presence, routes to Florida and the Atlantic islands, and Boeing 727 aircraft. From 1975, Air New England took over many former Northeast New England routes and operated former Northeast aircraft. Northeast’s airline code was NE.
Mark your travels with a nod to Northeast Airlines, the New England carrier that grew from a Boston-Maine Airways route linking Boston, Portland, and Bangor. Its network later reached Florida, Canada, the Bahamas, and Bermuda, while its distinctive Yellowbird identity became a favorite among airline-history enthusiasts. This luggage tag brings that story into everyday journeys and makes a thoughtful choice for travelers, collectors, and anyone with a connection to New England aviation.
Northeast Airlines began as Boston-Maine Airways, founded on July 20, 1931, by the Boston and Maine Railroad and Maine Central Railroad. Its first route connected Boston, Portland, and Bangor. National Airways operated its flights from 1933, and the carrier received scheduled-airline certification in 1939. It adopted the Northeast Airlines name in 1940 and expanded from New England into other markets, including Washington, Florida, Canada, the Bahamas, and Bermuda. During World War II it flew transatlantic military service under contract. The airline added jet aircraft in 1959 and, under Storer Broadcasting ownership from 1965, introduced its yellow-and-white “Yellowbird” livery and Boeing 727s. After years of financial difficulties, a proposed merger with Northwest Airlines was approved conditionally but did not proceed. Delta Air Lines announced a merger plan in 1971; the merger was approved in May 1972 and completed in August. Delta gained Northeast’s Boston and northern New England presence, routes to Florida and the Atlantic islands, and Boeing 727 aircraft. From 1975, Air New England took over many former Northeast New England routes and operated former Northeast aircraft. Northeast’s airline code was NE.
| 2.4'' × 4'' | |
| Width, in | 2.40 |
| Height, in | 4.00 |
| Depth, in | 0.20 |
Product features
- Durable 100% acrylic body with glossy printed front
- Adjustable black leather strap with buckle
- One-side high-definition print in vibrant colors
- Rear opening pocket for business card or contact info
- Compact size 2.4” × 4” (6 × 10 cm)
Care instructions
- Wipe with a damp cloth, air dry or use a soft, non-abrasive cloth