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Vintage 1969 Braniff Airways Pilot Application & Qualifications Lot Set Ephemera:
$39.99
Up for sale is a rare, authentic piece of commercial aviation history: an unissued 1960s Braniff International Airways Pilot / Second Officer (Flight Engineer) Application Lot.This historical ephemera set offers an incredible, detailed look into the strict qualifications, physical standards, and hiring practices of a major U.S. legacy carrier during the golden age of the Jet Era.The Lot Includes: - Information & Qualification Sheet (Form 1822, Rev. 11-66): Features the iconic retro "BI" logo. It lists explicit hiring criteria from the era, including age limits (21–30), strict physical/height rules, required flight hours (600 hours solo), compensation ($550/month during training), and base stations (Dallas, Minneapolis, Miami, etc.). The top margin features original handwritten office or recruiter notations dated 2-4-69.
- Official Application for Employment (Form 965-821011, Rev. 2-67): A comprehensive, multi-page fold-out application form covering personal data, physical attributes, military record, aircraft flight time breakdowns (solo/command, multi-engine, instrument time, simulator time), and mechanic/maintenance ratings.
Condition: - Good vintage condition. Unissued blank application lot featuring original, period-correct handwritten office/recruiting notations on the top margin of the qualification sheet, including a specific date of 2-4-69. No major rips, tears, or heavy staining; standard light age-toning and mild storage creases.
- The top margin of the Information Sheet contains authentic, period-correct ink notations from its original owner.
Perfect for collectors of airline ephemera, aviation historians, or fans of the legendary Braniff Airways brand!
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