Original United Air Lines, Inc. passenger ticket and baggage check booklet, dated July 13, 1955, with classic period cover design, route map on the reverse, and completed passenger/travel information inside. A very appealing piece of authentic mid-century airline ephemera.
This booklet is interesting both for its graphic design and for its historical context. It reflects the golden age of commercial air travel, when airlines issued printed, multi-panel ticket booklets rather than modern digital boarding records. The route map, handwritten entries, and stamped issue date help make it a personal artifact of 1950s American travel. United had been operating since 1931 and became one of the country’s major airlines, which adds to the collectible appeal of early paper items like this.
Condition
Great vintage condition. Light general age toning and mild wear from handling and storage. Graphics remain strong and attractive. Interior pages are intact. Used/originally issued example with handwritten and stamped travel details present. Please see photos for full condition.
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