1959 First Jet Flight AM-8 .07 Cents US air mail
1959 First Jet Flight AM-8 .07 Cents US air mail

1959 First Jet Flight AM-8 .07 Cents US air mail

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This is a First Flight cover commemorating the inaugural jet flight of American Airlines Flight AM-8 from Atlanta, Georgia, to Dallas, Texas, on November 13, 1959. The envelope is a collectible item for philatelists and aviation enthusiasts, marking a significant milestone in the history of commercial jet travel in the United States.

**Product Description:**

- **Title:** First Jet Flight AM-8 Atlanta to Dallas Commemorative Envelope
- **Flight Date:** November 13, 1959
- **Location of Origin:** Atlanta, Georgia (postmarked with the date and time: 12:30 PM, Nov 13, 1959)
- **Stamp Included:** 
  - A single 7-cent U.S. airmail stamp, featuring a blue silhouette of a jet airplane with the text "U.S. Air Mail" and a background of horizontal lines, symbolizing speed and flight.
- **Cachet (Design on Envelope):**
  - The left side of the envelope features a blue illustration of a jet airplane in flight, with a curved path connecting two stars labeled "ATLANTA" and "DALLAS," representing the flight route.
  - The text "FIRST JET FLIGHT AM-8" is prominently displayed in a bold, blue font within an oval surrounding the jet illustration, highlighting the significance of the event.
  - The envelope has a red, white, and blue striped border along the edges, a common design for airmail envelopes, emphasizing its association with air travel.
- **Postmark:** 
  - A circular postmark reads "Atlanta, GA, Nov 13, 12:30 PM, 1959," marking the official date and time of the first jet flight.
- **Additional Markings:** 
  - The text "VIA AIR MAIL" is printed in red on the right side of the envelope, indicating the method of delivery.
  - The envelope is addressed to "Mr. I. Koplow, 715 W. 172 St., New York 32, N.Y.," showing it was mailed as part of the commemorative flight.
- **Condition:** The envelope appears to be in good condition, typical of a well-preserved collectible from the late 1950s, with some minor signs of aging such as slight discoloration around the edges (based on the image provided).

This First Jet Flight cover is a piece of postal and aviation history, celebrating the introduction of jet service on American Airlines Flight AM-8 between Atlanta and Dallas. It serves as a unique addition to any collection of aviation memorabilia, philatelic items, or artifacts from the early jet age of commercial air travel.