United Airlines Mainliner

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Stock #:583182
Type: Postcard
Era: Real Photo
Publisher: United Air Lines
Postmark: 1939 Feb-8
Postmark City: Reno
Postmark State: Nev.
Stamp: 1c
Size: 3.5" x 5.5" (9 x 14 cm)

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With a range of 1500 miles without refueling, these transports fly from coast to coast in 14 1/2 hours with only three stops. These Douglas built transports, the most luxurious airliners in the US, weigh 12 tons, have a top speed of 212 mph and cruise 190 miles an hour using only 62 percent power. Mainliner types: Skylounge, with 14 swivel chairs in a 21 passenger cabin; 21 passenger Club type; and Sleeper.

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