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Gift of Tracey Lorenzo Budrejko, 2023.82.116, Connecticut Museum of Culture and History collect ...
Air Travel Card
Gift of Tracey Lorenzo Budrejko, 2023.82.116, Connecticut Museum of Culture and History collection, No Known Copyright

Air Travel Card

Original Owner (American, 1928 - 2000)
Datec. 1950-1970
Mediumpaper, ink, plastic, aluminum
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width): 2 1/4 × 3 1/2in. (5.7 × 8.9cm)
ClassificationsInformation Artifacts
Credit LineGift of Tracey Lorenzo Budrejko
CopyrightNo Known Copyright
Object number2023.82.116
DescriptionAn Air Travel Card issued to Frank Lorenzo of United Press International. The card was sponsored by Air Traffic Control (ATC) and International Air Transport Association (IATA). The card is housed in a plastic case with a metal imprint plate containing Frank Lorenzo's account information. It is Card No. E 156089 and includes Lorenzo's signature.
NotesSubject Note: Air Travel Cards are a credit card sponsored by the airlines for the purchase of air travel only. The concept was conceived by the Air Transport Association and American Airlines in 1934.
Status
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