American Airlines
Organization
Dates
- Existence: 1930-
Historical Note
The airline was founded in 1930, when several small airlines formed together. In 1934, the name American Airlines was established and the airline has been providing active service since that time. Over the years, it has absorbed other airlines, including US Airways and Trans World Airlines (TWA).
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Norman G. Stromer Collection
Collection
Identifier: 2019-09-19
Overview
Major Norman George Stromer (1922-2019) was an Army Air Corps pilot who participated in bombing campaigns in the South West Pacific during World War II, served as part of the Military Air Transport Service (MATS), and worked as a fight inspector for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This collection contains photographs, military records, certificates, and other textual materials documenting his military service, post-military career, and personal life, primarily dating from 1940-1960.