Suitcase/Hughes Airwest, Skyway Luggage, 1971-1977

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Identifier2008-08-03A_object_005Accession Number2008-08-03ACatalog Number2008-08-03A/5Object NameSuitcaseDescriptionSuitcase, rectangular with rounded corners. Yellow fabric, plastic piping around perimeter, and metal piping along center where suitcase opens. On top, two square metal latches on each side with "Skyway" etched into the middle. Latches open by sliding center notch over, which release top portion of latch. When latch released another etching of "Skyway." The center latch is identical, except for a three number combination lock in the middle. Yellow plastic carrying handle in center. A yellow oval plastic patch stitched into center. On bottom, six pedestal feet and three metal hinges. Inside suitcase is yellow quilted fabric. On both sides is a cloth flap to separate the compartments. Each flap has two black elastic straps on each side that secures with a metal clasp to the inside perimeter of the suitcase. Each clasp has "Skyway" etched in the center. Each flap has a metal zipper with black piping on the front. The top flap has a white manufacturer's tag with red and black lettering.MaterialFabricMetalServiceHughes AirwestManufacturerSkyway Luggage Co.Date1971-1977Signature/MarksLabels: "U.S.A. / Skyway / Luggage Co."DimensionsH: 13.5 in/W: 7.5 in/L: 20.5 inBibliographic CitationThe Museum of Flight CollectionRightsIn copyrightCatalog RecordView original catalog record

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CollectionClothing/Accessories CollectionCollection AreaObjectsOrganizationHughes Airwest

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