Braniff Airways 1966
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Printing & Framing
All pieces are kept in original dimensions and printed on a custom fine art paper specially developed to match the texture of the original certificate. Prints are mounted behind a premium "passe-partout" mat that adds to the visual appeal of the piece. This is a stunning method of framing and the preferred choice of most artists and galleries for this size of prints.
Our premium frames are available in black, white, natural oak, and natural wenge. Each frame is handcrafted from premium, FSC-certified hardwood and glazed with museum-grade protective acrylic glass to ensure longevity. All pieces arrive with pre-installed hanging hardware for easy installation. Frames feature an elegant 0.6" (15mm) profile and measure 18.5" x 13.8" (47cm x 35cm).
Shipping & Returns
Our pieces are made to order and assembled by hand, so please allow a few days for us to complete your order. You'll receive a shipping confirmation with tracking details from us as soon as your order has shipped.
All orders are shipped using premium couriers to ensure speedy and careful delivery. Please see approximate delivery times below. If you'd like a more precise estimate, please reach out and we'll be happy to help you.
Standard delivery: 3 to 5 business days
Express delivery: 1 to 2 business days
We offer a 30-day return policy on all standard orders. If you'd like to make a return, or if your piece arrives in anything other than perfect condition, please let us know, and we will repair or replace the piece! Unfortunately, we are unable to accept returns of personalized items.
BRANIFF AIRWAYS, INC.
On June 20, 1928, a single-engine Stinson Detroiter took off from Oklahoma City on a 116-mile flight to Tulsa. Thus began Braniff Airways, one of the most successful of the independent air carriers. The venture was begun by two Oklahoma City men, Paul Braniff, a World War I aviator, and his brother Tom, an Oklahoma City insurance executive. Incorporated in 1930, the carrier soon extended its routes from Oklahoma City to Wichita Falls, Kansas City, and St. Louis. The company was failing in 1934 when the Post Office Department canceled all airmail contracts and offered them for rebid. Braniff won a contract to carry the mail from Chicago to Dallas and soon after that bought out an airline with a route between Amarillo and Brownsville via Dallas, Texas. In this way Braniff Airways became the first air carrier to connect the Great Lakes with the Mexican border.
During World War II Braniff turned over to the government more than half of its fleet for military use. Also during the war Braniff moved its base of operations from Oklahoma City to Dallas and began flying contract routes for the government to the Panama Canal Zone, beginning its emergence as a major air carrier in Latin America. After the war Braniff began serving such countries as Peru, Brazil, Argentina, and Columbia.
Tom Braniff was killed in a private plane accident in 1954. Paul Braniff having left the company, Charles E. Beard was elected president, and Oklahoma City businessman Fred Jones became chair of the board. In 1955 Braniff underwent a major expansion of routes and upgrade of equipment. Eventually serving New York City and Washington, D.C., the company purchased Boeing 707 and Lockheed Electra turbo-prop aircraft and by 1960 was the first all-jet airline. Braniff International Airways succumbed to overexpansion during airline deregulation of the 1970s. It ceased operations in 1982, and its assets were purchased by BIA-COR Holdings of New York, which unsuccessfully tried to resurrect the pioneer airline.
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True to the Original.
Our reproduction experts utilize cutting-edge technology to make sure each print looks exactly like the original certificate. This includes a custom fine art paper specially developed to match the texture of the original certificates so you can enjoy the vintage charm of these rare pieces without the hefty price tag or the hassle of auction.
Built to Last a Lifetime.
We visited every corner of the print world in search of the highest quality materials and stopped at nothing to create the best framed product on the market. Reproduced by leading reproduction experts, printed on fine art paper using premium pigment inks, and framed by hand, the result is a museum-grade product guaranteed to last for more than 50 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, we sell museum-grade reproductions ("prints") so you can access these historic designs without the hefty price tag or the hassle of auction.
Yes, we offer a personalization service that allows you to add your name to our historic pieces. All customizations are printed in the exact style and position of the original, ensuring your personalized certificate retains its authentic vintage appearance. Check out our Personalizable Collection for customizable prints.
Yes, we offer progressive volume discounts on all orders of more than one item. Simply add the desired number of products to your cart to automatically activate the applicable discount or check out our popular Office Bundles.
For collaborations and orders of 10+ items, please get in touch through our Contact Page to learn about our Trade Program and access bulk pricing.
Yes, we don’t include invoices or any indication of price in our packaging. Each item is packed in branded materials with a quality certificate and logo stickers for a premium unboxing experience that makes our pieces very suitable as gifts.
