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- "Delta The Official Airline of Walt Disney World" Button, 1987 - Delta Air Lines became the official airline of Walt Disney World in 1987. It replaced the ailing Eastern Air Lines, which had dropped its sponsorship. Delta increased its flights to Orlando, Florida -- the primary airport for Walt Disney World -- and marketed its new role with a flood of advertisements and promotional items. Delta remained the official airline for less than ten years.
- 1987
- Collections - Artifact
"Delta The Official Airline of Walt Disney World" Button, 1987
Delta Air Lines became the official airline of Walt Disney World in 1987. It replaced the ailing Eastern Air Lines, which had dropped its sponsorship. Delta increased its flights to Orlando, Florida -- the primary airport for Walt Disney World -- and marketed its new role with a flood of advertisements and promotional items. Delta remained the official airline for less than ten years.
- Junior Pilot's Wing Pin for Delta Airlines, circa 1985 - For a child, an airplane trip can be an exciting or anxious experience. In the latter half of the 20th century, airline crews often welcomed young passengers aboard with a set of junior pilot's wings, similar to the ones worn by the flight crew. These pins frequently became treasured souvenirs of that special travel experience.
- circa 1985
- Collections - Artifact
Junior Pilot's Wing Pin for Delta Airlines, circa 1985
For a child, an airplane trip can be an exciting or anxious experience. In the latter half of the 20th century, airline crews often welcomed young passengers aboard with a set of junior pilot's wings, similar to the ones worn by the flight crew. These pins frequently became treasured souvenirs of that special travel experience.