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by James Patrick Baldwin (Author)
"...a carefully constructed timeline of Pan Am's incredible record of fi rsts and aviation achievements... chock full of rare and nostalgic collector's memorabilia... a veritable time capsule into which any reader may be gently transported...back to a time when fl ying was gracious, glamorous and eagerly anticipated by passengers and crew alike " - Susanne (Strickland) Malm, Flight Attendant, JFK, 1968-1978 "With Pan American World Airways - Images of a Great Airline, author Jamie Baldwin has given us a treasure trove of Pan Am lore. Here is something for everyone - a concise history of the pioneering airline, a rich potpourri of Pan Am memorabilia, and, best of all, a nostalgic journey back to an age when the mighty Pan American ruled the skies." - Robert Gandt, Pan Am pilot 1965-1991, author of Skygods: The Fall of Pan Am and China Clipper "...a fine chronology of Pan Am's pioneering history, with wonderful pictures to match - valuable to student or aviation afi cionado alike, and browsing will bring back fond memories for employees or passengers, of air travel Pan Am style..." -Pete Runnette, President, Pan Am Historical Foundation "An interesting presentation of Pan Am's colorful history and the leadership role it played in the development of international air transportation." - Charlie Trippe "No history of international aviation can be complete without including the amazing story of Pan American Airways. Pan Am was without doubt the industry's leader for several decades; more than just another airline. Jamie Baldwin's fascinating collection of photographs and chronology captures the story of Pan Am brilliantly, from the early days, thru the glory years to the sad end. It is a story well worth telling." - Barry Humphreys, Chairman, British Air Transport Association and previously a Director of Virgin Atlantic Airways
