Collection:
Juneau—Douglas City Museum
Object ID:
2003.53.002
Accession#:
2003.53
Credit Line:
Donated by Sally Smith.
Object Name:
Model
Title:
Model Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Official Launch Carrier
Date:
9/6/2001 0:00:00
Description:
Metal model of Alaska Airlines Boeing 737. "ALASKA" painted on both sides of front body of aircraft; image of Native Alaskan painted on sides of tail. Detail such as windows, exit routes and logo designs painted on model. Three sets of wheels, one under nose and one on either side of wings set in "landing" position. Model rests on black plastic stand.
Notes:
Limited edition on 1, 500 units.
Inaugural flight of Alaska Airlines 737 to Washington, D.C. was on 9/6/2001, 5 days before 9/11. Trip involved touring Washington Cathedral, etc. Bands playing John Philips Sousa. Mayor Sally Smith was on flight & given the souvenir.
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