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Northeast Airlines Square Porcelain Fridge Magnet
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Bring Northeast Airlines history into your home with this square porcelain fridge magnet. The airline started as Boston-Maine Airways, linking Boston, Portland, and Bangor, and grew into a New England name with routes reaching Florida and the Atlantic islands. Its distinctive Yellowbird era and 1972 merger with Delta add layers to a story cherished by aviation collectors. Display this keepsake on a fridge or magnetic surface as a small reminder of regional airline history and memorable journeys.
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.
Bring Northeast Airlines history into your home with this square porcelain fridge magnet. The airline started as Boston-Maine Airways, linking Boston, Portland, and Bangor, and grew into a New England name with routes reaching Florida and the Atlantic islands. Its distinctive Yellowbird era and 1972 merger with Delta add layers to a story cherished by aviation collectors. Display this keepsake on a fridge or magnetic surface as a small reminder of regional airline history and memorable journeys.
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" x 2" | |
| Width, in | 2.00 |
| Height, in | 2.00 |
| Depth, in | 0.25 |
Product features
- 2" square porcelain tile with glossy finish
- Superior coating for bright, true-to-design color reproduction
- Vibrant, crisp printing using modern techniques
- Strong magnet mounted on the backside for secure hold
- Durable glossy surface that highlights fine details and contrasts
Care instructions
- Gently wipe the dirt or dust off with a clean, dry microfiber cloth
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
Care instructions: Gently wipe the dirt or dust off with a clean, dry microfiber cloth