Sierra Pacific Airlines Spiral Notebook

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Set down travel notes, aviation research or everyday ideas in a notebook inspired by Sierra Pacific Airlines. Founded as Trans Sierra Airlines in 1970, the carrier grew from small-aircraft beginnings to scheduled turboprop service, with western destinations including Bishop, Mammoth Lakes, Fresno and Las Vegas. Its story also includes Mammoth Mountain ownership, a Tucson base and later charter operations. This Spiral Notebook suits airline history enthusiasts and collectors interested in the changing identities of regional carriers.

Sierra Pacific Airlines began in 1970 as Trans Sierra Airlines, founded by Chris Condon and Allan Silliphant. In 1971, after the FAA permitted it to operate aircraft weighing more than 12,500 pounds, the airline adopted the Sierra Pacific name. Its early aircraft included Piper Aztec and Cessna 402 planes, followed in 1973 by a 44-passenger Convair 440. Operating from Hollywood Burbank Airport, it served western destinations including Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Fresno, Bishop, Mammoth Lakes and San Jose. Mammoth Mountain Ski Area purchased the airline in 1973. During 1975–1976 ski season, its scheduled service used Convair 580 and Handley Page Jetstream turboprops, and it also operated Twin Otters. In 1978, Mammoth Mountain agreed to sell the airline to Tucson-based Mountain West Aviation; the transaction was completed in July. From 1986 to 1988, Sierra Pacific operated Convair 580s for Trans-Colorado Airlines on Continental Express flights, including routes from Denver to cities in Colorado, Idaho and Wyoming. The airline is based in Tucson and operates passenger charters and sub-charters, including work for government agencies. Its past fleet also included Boeing 737-200 jets.

Product features

- 118 ruled pages (59 sheets) of smooth 90gsm paper for clear, bleed-resistant writing

- 350gsm front and back covers with a printed front and dark grey back for durability

- Metal spiral binding that lays flat and allows easy page removal

- Interior document pocket on back cover for storing receipts, maps, or notes

- Compact size: 6" x 8" (15.2 x 20.3 cm) — portable and ride-ready

Care instructions

- Use a soft, clean and dry cloth to gently brush any dust or dirt off from the center of book outwards.