Thursday 18 January 2024

What flying was like in the 1960s 🍸✈️

The 1960s marked an exciting new era in air travel. The introduction of jet engines on commercial planes led to larger, faster aircraft such as the Boeing 707, and made flying more accessible.

Vintage Photos of 1960s Air Travel

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T he 1960s marked an exciting new era in air travel. The introduction of jet engines on commercial planes led to larger, faster aircraft such as the Boeing 707, and made flying more accessible. It was also a social experience: The golden age of air travel cultivated an in-flight atmosphere akin to a cocktail party as guests dined, drank, and smoked en route to their destination.

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