10 Air Travel Features From The Golden Age Of Flying

Prepare to come aboard the golden age of flying and discover the luxurious world of commercial flight. From the glamorous stewardess and gourmet meals, to the evolution of airport security and tarmac boarding, we explore the fascinating history of air travel and aviation. Join us as we navigate through the decades of prop planes, flight engineers, piano lounges and lots of legroom seating.

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Welcome to American Rewind, your ultimate trip down memory lane! Dive deep into the golden age of Americana, as we journey through the good old days of the 1920s, 1930s, 1940s, 1950s, 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s. Experience the nostalgia of days gone by, flipping through vintage photo albums and exploring this rich archive from the 20th century. Remember when the USA was filled with memories that shaped its history? Relive those moments growing up, as we bring you a nostalgic look back at America's golden years. From retro vibes to the timeless charm of yesteryear, our channel is dedicated to remembering the past and celebrating our great country. Join us as we travel back in time and let's rewind together!

[AmericanRewind]

How does air travel back then compare to your flight experience now?

[spicerack]

My father was an exec on Pan American Airways in the '50s and 60s. We literally traveled the world in First Class back then, and in the earlier years slept in overhead berths. Maxim's of Paris was the caterer for the incredible food we were fed. Life was great and then we had to adjust to a harsher world when Pan Am went out of business. Saddest day of my parents life. It never got better than that.

[kaspar_]

as a bi-coastal child after the divorce of my parents my brother and i flew back and forth every summer from Los Angeles to New York in the 70s and early 80s. mostly of 747s, the plane was never full and if one wanted to sleep there was always a row of center seats empty to do so. in the beginning of our trips alone we were escorted at all times and presented to the cockpit to meet the captain and receive our wing pins, always a strong james bond type with greying temples that put us instantly at ease. there was a bar lounge in first class on the upper deck. food in coach was always with silverware and cloth napkins. i remember several breakfast buffets in coach class at the rear of the plane followed by a full service lunch and the drink carts moved though several times, the crew really worked hard and found time to talk to us, it seemed effortless to these professionals. it was a magnificent time, once upon a time.

[alexanderevanska]

I remember the days when flying was a real enjoyable part of the vacation.

[pionus]

I miss the big seats and people dressing up, I still do.

[greekpapi]

I still remember as a teen taking an Olympic 747 400 to Athens. It was so damn good. All our pals and cousins were with us, the food was great, the seats were huge and you could smoke up a storm. Man, everything was so much better in the old

[TheVineyarder]

ah the memories! how do we ever find our way back to those good ol' days!?

[lizzieb]

My family flew on 747’s First Class in the early 70’s because my Dad was an Aerospace Engineer for Boeing and me moved to wherever his “assignments” were. I remember wearing my patent leather shoes, gloves, and best Sunday dress for travel. There was a movie theater in first class…it was an amazing experience and I always got a pair of wings (pin) from the elegant Stewardesses. I still have a Pan Am travel bag I was given on our trip to Tokyo. Wonderful memories!!

[johnm]

I remember those days. But the cost to fly back then was 400% more than today. And with that, comes luxury and service. I remember that my parents had to save for 3 years to afford a flight to Bermuda. The tickets were $700 each back in 1970. Today, we fly across country for $200. Something has to give with that low price!

[sunnyscott]

I actually remember when my mom would call the airline and talk to a real person. She would ask about what movie would be showing and what meals would be served. She always wore a dress suit, heels, and pearls on the flight ✈️.

[tjittekamminga]

In my younger years (I am now 78 but still going strong) I had the pleasure of making a number of intercontinental flights in 1st class from/to the Netherlands (with the Connie, DC8, 747 and later the 767 as well as the Concorde). I recognize many of the images shown and realize that it is a past tense (but also one of privilege and major differences in wealth).

[stevenlitvintchouk]

The passengers featured in these old photos are mostly upscale. That's because back then, flying was expensive. Only businessmen and the wealthy flew on a regular basis. Deregulation turned flying into an airborne subway: working people now ride the planes because after adjusting for inflation, flying is much, much cheaper than it was when I was a kid.

[victordohleman]

I used to think old people were always grumbling about "How thing s used to be" when I was younger. Now having traveled in the past 50 years the GRUMBLE is me now . The conditions on planes is appalling now. It really is horrible. We used to get excited and look forward to the food and meeting people. Now people are fighting and have no business being in public with the attitude and condition they are in. Yes kids things were better back in them old days!

[RJ-luci]

Continental Airlines once had “The Pub” on their DC-10’s. A nice lounge area where you could socialize with your fellow passengers. It was great fun!

[Mary.Petrie]

I would be willing to pay to have this style of flying again.

[dgrant]

In 1971 I headed to California from Mich to start basic training. I boarded a then brand new 747 in Chicago that had a spiral staircase that went to this piano bar! I bought my first drink (I was 18) at that bar, 35, 000 feet up and going 500 mph! So cool and surreal and a memory for a lifetime..piano player wasn't bad either. For that afternoon I felt like a young Bond...James Bond... Merry Christmas everyone!

[happycook]

We dressed up to fly in the 1970's. It was elegant and everyone used good manners! Children sat in their seats and kept their feet off other passengers seats. Now flying is horrible.

[privatemusicchannel]

and now a flight is less comfortable than a bustrip. I remember some old times and it was amazing.

[purberri]

So much has changed I remember flying to Hawaii in the late 70’s and even in coach you were served multi course on real plates

[well-blazeredman]

The men in suits. The ladies wearing hats. Air-rage: unknown.