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  Airmail - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Airmail (or air mail) is mail that is transported by aircraft.
The choice to send a letter by air is indicated either by a handwritten note on the envelope, by the use of special labels called airmail etiquettes, or by the use of specially-marked envelopes.
The first official air mail delivery in the United States took place on August 17, 1859, when John Wise piloted a ballon starting in Lafayette, Indiana with a destination of New York, however weather issues forced him to land in Crawfordsville, Indiana and the mail reached its final destination via train.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Air_mail   (787 words)

  
 NBAA Air Mail
NBAA Air Mail is a series of e-mail mailing lists, or users groups, set aside for collaboration and discussion on topics of interest to business aircraft operators.
Through Air Mail, NBAA Members can communicate their concerns, questions, gripes and insights with their fellow Members on nearly any topic relevant to the group.
Air Mail messages are also archived on NBAA's web site.
web.nbaa.org /public/airmail   (607 words)

  
 Lindbergh: U.S. Air Mail Service Pioneer
During this period he twice had to bail out from the mail aircraft, and although on the first occasion the mail was destroyed, some of the mail is believed to have survived the second crash, as one piece has been found.
Mail then could be delivered across the continent in as little as 29 hours eastbound and 34 hours westbound (prevailing winds from west to east accounted for the difference), which was two to three days less than it took by train.
By means of the Air Mail Act of 1934, the government once again tendered the mail to the private sector, but it did so under a new set of rules that would have a significant impact on the industry.
www.charleslindbergh.com /airmail   (2628 words)

  
 Air Mail Scandal - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Air Mail Act of 1930, passed on April 29 and known as the Watres Act after one of its chief sponsors, Rep. Laurence H. Watres of Pennsylvania, authorized the postmaster general to enter into longer-term airmail contracts with rates based on space or volume, rather than weight.
Airmail carriers would be paid for having sufficient cargo capacity on their planes, whether the planes carried mail or flew empty, a disincentive to carry mail since the carrier received a set fee for a plane of a certain size whether or not it carried mail.
The project, termed AACMO (Army Air Corps Mail Operation), was placed under the supervision of Brig.Gen. Oscar Westover, assistant chief of the Air Corps.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Air_Mail_Scandal   (2016 words)

  
 NBAA Air Mail > Help
Air Mail tried to send messages to your address, but they were returned as undeliverable.
If the address you used to subscribe to an Air Mail list is , but you try to post messages from , you will received an "outsider address" error and your message will be rejected.
If you are receiving Air Mail messages but can’t contribute, e-mail NBAA at webmaster@nbaa.org and we can troubleshoot the problem quickly.
web.nbaa.org /public/airmail/help   (1566 words)

  
 Air Mail Big Band - About   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Air Mail Big Band is a Swedish big band from Stockholm of normal size including saxophones, trumpets, trombones, keyboard, guitar, bass, drums and vocals.
Air Mail Big Band is hired to play everything from entertainment music at exhibitions, trade shows, conferences and kick-offs to dance music at private parties.
Air Mail Big Band was founded by members of the Swedish Post Orchestra in 1978 and has also made tours in Europe and USA.
www.airmailbigband.com /about.shtml   (125 words)

  
 Airmail 1918 to 1924: The Postal Service Flies the Mail
A Curtiss-Jenny at the Omaha air mail station in 1918.
American businessman John Larsen imported the Junkers F 13 transport plane and sold it in the United States as the J.L. The U.S. Air Mail Service bought eight Junkers for use between New York, Chicago, and Omaha.
Praeger, who didn't know how to fly, was unyielding about keeping the mail on schedule in spite of the risk, hoping that it would make the public trust the service more.
www.centennialofflight.gov /essay/Government_Role/1918-1924/POL3.htm   (1778 words)

  
 Mail Service to Send Mail by air from Ft. Lauderdale to Bahamas, Haiti, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba
For the purpose of this service, "mail" is considered to be envelopes weighing less than two pounds and containing documents or periodicals only, and magazines (also weighing less than two pounds).
Mail received without postage will not be forwarded in the U.S., but returned for proper postage.
Lynx will forward your mail for six months if you are leaving permanently, giving you time to advise everyone of your change of address.
www.lynxair.com /mail.html   (414 words)

  
 Airmail: The Air Mail Act of 1925 Through 1929
National Air Transport, a predecessor of United Airlines, was awarded the contract in May 1926 to fly the mail between Chicago and Dallas
One carrier, Ford Air Transport, won two of the routes and was the first to fly airmail under contract, starting on February 15, 1926.
The mail carriers still favored the shorter routes within their zones but to meet government requirements, airlines began to merge and create longer routes to more cities.
centennialofflight.gov /essay/Government_Role/1925-29_airmail/POL5.htm   (1511 words)

  
 All Shop's air : Collect at Curioshop
Beautiful Catapult Air Mail letter sent from the SS Bremen (Norddeutsche Lloyd) to Cottbus in Germany.
Air mail sent Szombathely to Budapest on March 1st, 1921.
Air mail cover with mixed franking: 30 Pfennig Hindenburg and 80 + 40 Nazi period Air mail stamps, tied by Winterberg cancellations.
www.rubylane.com /shops/curioshop/ilist?ss=air&samedb=1&sb=Search   (1005 words)

  
 AIRMAIL SOCIETY OF  NEW ZEALAND
The Air Mail Society of New Zealand was founded in 1930 at the commencement of regular aerial services in this country.
This award, announced at the AAMS at the 2002 Convention in St. Louis was presented to Jim in Christchurch on 3rd March 2002.
For the 1961 National show in Christchurch, The Air Mail Society was one of the four organising Societies.
www.newzeal.com /Philately/AirmailSociety.htm   (575 words)

  
 Air Mail Pioneers
This website is dedicated to the men and women of the U.S. Air Mail Service, a little-remembered organization that laid the foundation for commercial aviation worldwide.
With the cooperation of the U.S. Air Service, the U.S. Post Office flew the mail from 1918 until 1927.
Air Mail Service pilots are the unsung heroes of early aviation.
www.airmailpioneers.org   (137 words)

  
 Air Mail   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
In “Air Mail” [November 2003], we asked our readers to give us their opinions on the proposed utility uniform, which begins testing this month.
I’ve been in the Air Force for almost 16 years, and I’d rather retire than be seen wearing the proposed uniform.
This appears to be another attempt by someone to leave a mark on the Air Force.
www.af.mil /news/airman/0204/airmail.shtml   (1186 words)

  
 Welcome To Air Cargo World -- Features
And if mail is transferred between planes, it also has to be scanned when loaded onto the connecting flight.
The postal service gave the carriers until January 27 to have their scanning fully in place; after that date it began to withhold payments if scans were not performed, and in early February it started shifting volumes from carriers that fell short of their targets, Boisen said.
This past May, United's mail traffic in terms of freight-ton kilometers was down 4.3 percent from the same month in 2003, which was before the current contract had been awarded.
www.aircargoworld.com /features/0804_3.htm   (1469 words)

  
 Atlanta's first airport - Candler Field
In 1925 the city leases Candler Field, rent free for five years, and a new race is on -- for the lucrative air mail route contracts then being given out by the United States Postal Service.
On September 15, 1926, Atlanta aviation history was made when the first air mail flight took off from the city.
It was then that tiny Delta Air Lines, from Monroe, Louisiana, won the Atlanta to Charlotte, North Carolina, mail contract.
ngeorgia.com /feature/airmail.html   (898 words)

  
 NJDEP Air Monitoring: E-mail Forecasts of Unhealthy Air Quality
The only messages that are distributed to this list are forecasts or advisories of unhealthy air quality, and there are no charges for the subscription (beyond any phone costs you pay to get e-mail and fees you pay your on-line service or Internet Service Provider).
In New Jersey, unhealthy air quality occurs most often from May to September, when ground-level ozone, a major ingredient of smog, and very small particulates (soot and dust) build up under hot, sunny weather.
Unhealthy air quality sometimes occurs during other times of the year when winds are light or temperature inversions trap pollution close to the ground.
www.state.nj.us /dep/airmon/maillist.htm   (639 words)

  
 Tribal Air > Air & Radiation > EPA
This site is designed to strengthen EPA and tribal air quality programs in Indian country by providing timely and user-friendly access to key information; promoting the exchange of ideas; and making available relevant documents to all environmental professionals who live and work in Indian country.
Air Program Resources: Regulatory tools and programs available to tribes as they work to protect their tribal air quality resources
NTAA/EPA Tribal Air Call: Conference call co-hosted by the National Tribal Air Association (NTAA) and EPA to address a broad range of tribal air issues.
www.epa.gov /air/tribal   (262 words)

  
 Air Mail - Popular Mechanics
Air speeds range from 20 mph to 100-plus mph.
It should be called "sky sailing" or "canyon surfing" or "air dancing" or something similar that captures the sense of freedom that these people must feel when they're doing it.
The photos on the Canyon Runners website of these devices seemingly floating down narrow canyons a few feet off the canyon floor are astonishing.
www.popularmechanics.com /blogs/science_news/2584141.html   (1093 words)

  
 Air Mail - Moviefone
The Air Mail Pilot - Trailer - Showtimes - Cast - Movies - New...
In Air Mail Pilot, Fulton not unexpectedly plays the title role,...
Air Mail - Cast & Crew, movie showtimes, plot, synopsis, exclusive features, trailers, clips, theater listings, reviews, message boards, dvd, videos, rentals and more on Moviefone.
movies.aol.com /movie/air-mail/2777/main   (170 words)

  
 Air Mail   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
I’m an Air Force retiree, spent time in theater and have great respect for these fallen heroes and those of wars and conflicts that have come after Vietnam.
I selected him because he was enlisted, came from Colorado (where my father retired from the Air Force), and went missing in 1966 — the year I was born.
Additionally, the new mobility concept was developed by Air Mobility Command personnel in the command’s Tanker Airlift Control Center to support U.S. Central Command Air Forces.
www.af.mil /news/airman/0505/airmail.shtml   (769 words)

  
 Air mail Airman - Find Articles   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
I was in the Air Force and my husband was in the Army, and we're proud to be Americans.
As the widow of a Gulf War vet and a third-generation Air Force dependent, I'd like to say thank you to all of you who are serving in this war, both overseas and at home.
It states that several people contributed to the restoration, but fails to mention that members of the 302nd Fighter Squadron, Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., contributed many hours to the restoration project while we were on temporary duty there in August 1999.
www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_m0IBP/is_6_47/ai_102904445   (742 words)

  
 Air Alert Mail In Form   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Complete this form, print and mail with check, cash or money order payable to TMT Sports.
Air Alert jump training DVDs, training manuals, workout charts, advanced workout charts, progress charts, measurement charts, Wei-Wu-Wei focus program and Slam Dunk chapter.
I understand that as with any physical exercise program, injuries are possible and I indemnify and hold TMT Sports harmless and not responsible should any injuries occur during the use of this program.
www.airalert.com /mailitairalert.html   (212 words)

  
 Fad to Fundamental: Airmail in America
Ira Biffle first flew as a pilot for the army air service where he gained a reputation as a demanding instructor.
After he left the Air Mail Service on October 22, 1919, he flew for different organizations, including the Nebraska Aircraft Corporation in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Ira Biffle returned to flying for the Air Mail Service on August 6, 1923 and stayed on as a pilot until the service was turned over to commercial companies.
www.postalmuseum.si.edu /airmail/pilot/pilot_rest/pilot_rest_biffle.html   (233 words)

  
 Scout Air & Space Mail
Air Mail Siam Scout Fund Type I, II and III
Air Mail 1956 Arab 2nd Boy Scout Jamboree
Air Mail 1959 ROC World Jamboree issue to USA
www.sossi.org /aero/mail.htm   (184 words)

  
 The Air Mail - Moviefone
Synopsis: By using a borrowed medal, Russ Kane, a crook (Warner Baxter), is able to get a job as an air mail pilot.
Air Mail movie posters and memorabilia at MovieGoods Air Mail movie posters and other memorabilia - buy from MovieGoods.
Air Mail - Trailer - Showtimes - Cast - Movies - New York Times Movie Details.
movies.aol.com /movie/the-air-mail/1051502/main   (172 words)

  
 Air Mail
I stayed in MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., billeting during the time of the procedure.
The Air Force still looks at the laser-correction as “experimental” and will limit you from even more jobs should you have the surgery performed.
Always ask your recruiter these kind of questions because he or she has all the facts about your processing, such as specialty job code, waivers that you may need and health problems.
www.af.mil /news/airman/0703/airmail.html   (1068 words)

  
 China reports air cargo, mail volumes up in H1
BEIJING, July 28 (WorldACD) - China handled 1.56 million tonnes of air mail and cargo in the first half of the year, representing an 11.5 percent increase year-on-year, according to the latest figures from the Civil Aviation Adminstration of China (CAAC).
The figure shows that the amount of freight carried by domestic airlines is growing at a faster rate than that of international carriers.
The figures also indicate that the air cargo volumes growth originating from Central China is up 19.5 percent, higher than the growth volumes from other parts of the country.
www.tiaca.org /articles/2006/07/28/5DA93CD5FC764E0FB2FAF6DE6FD752FB.asp   (154 words)

  
 Irish Airmail Society
A draft copy of Bill Murphy's newest airmail booklet entitled Irish Zeppelin Mail and Catapult Covers was shown and publication is expected during 2002.
Material determines its frequency, though the intention is to publish two issues per year.
The first substantial publication was the 1st edition of Irish Crash Airmails, by Ronny Vogt that detailed all known Irish related mail carrying crashes.
members.aol.com /karlfranzw/AirmailSociety.html   (459 words)

  
 eBay - air mail, United States, Worldwide items on eBay.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Argentina 1940s Air Mail 3 Color Label Censor Germany
Brazil 1940s Air Mail Label Censor Germany Hannover
AIR MAIL TO USA THE LEVIATHAN 1929 UNITED STATES LINE
search-desc.ebay.com /search/search.dll?query=air+mail&newu=1&krd=1   (508 words)

  
 Air Mail
I read the article [“From bomb to boom silhouettes,” July 2003] since I’m a member of the 100th Air Refueling Wing from Royal Air Force Mildenhall, England.
We have a lot of history, and I’m proud to serve in such a distinctive squadron.
You’re all my heroes, and the world is a better place because you’re who you are doing what you do.
www.af.mil /news/airman/1103/airmail.html   (425 words)

  
 Air Mail
Air Mail is the standard service accommodating letters and parcels up to 20kg, which can be relied on to deliver your items to virtually any address in the world. BenefitsReliable delivery to over 200 countries in 3 to 10 working daysA less expensive option
Air Mail is the standard service accommodating letters and parcels up to 20kg, which can be relied on to deliver your items to virtually any address in the world.
You will be required to show identification when sending international articles, as per federal security requirements.
www.auspost.com.au /BCP/0,1080,CH4034~MO19,00.html   (276 words)

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