Hawaiian Airlines Douglas Airplane Flying Over an Extinct Volcanic Crater Near Honolulu, Hawaii

This postcard depicts one of Hawaiian Airlines’ 24-passenger Douglas transports flying above an extinct volcanic crater near Honolulu, Hawaii. The reverse identifies the scene:

“Shown on the reverse side is one of Hawaiian Airlines’ 24-passenger Douglas transports flying over an extinct volcanic crater near Honolulu. All major islands of the territory are served by Hawaiian Airlines.”

The illustration highlights Hawaii’s early interisland commercial aviation and showcases one of the airline’s Douglas aircraft against a scenic aerial view of Oahu’s volcanic landscape.

Postcard Details

• Location: Near Honolulu, Hawaii
• Subject: Hawaiian Airlines Douglas transport in flight over an extinct volcanic crater
• Airline: Hawaiian Airlines
• Aircraft: 24-passenger Douglas transport (as identified on the postcard)
• Postcard Type: Linen postcard (textured printing surface visible)
• Postcard Period: Linen Era (1930s–1940s)
• Back: Divided back
• Postally Used: No
• Stamp: None
• Postmark: None
• Writing: None
• Embossed: No
• Series/Number: None identified
• Publisher: Not identified on the postcard

Historical Context

During the Linen Era, airlines increasingly used colorful postcards to promote air travel and scenic destinations. Hawaiian Airlines played an important role in connecting the Hawaiian Islands, and its Douglas transports represented a significant advancement in comfortable and reliable interisland service. The postcard captures both Hawaii’s dramatic volcanic geography and the excitement surrounding commercial aviation during the Territory of Hawaii period.

Why Collectors Appreciate It

This postcard appeals to collectors of:

• Hawaiian Airlines memorabilia
• Airline and aviation history
• Douglas aircraft
• Hawaii travel souvenirs
• Territorial Hawaii history
• Linen-era postcards
• Volcano and scenic landscape postcards

Condition

Pre-owned postcard in vintage condition. Please review all photos carefully for the actual condition of the postcard. Be sure to use eBay’s magnifier/zoom feature to inspect edge wear, corner wear, creases, surface wear, stains, writing, paper loss, album residue, toning, and any other imperfections before purchasing.

The postcard shown is the exact item you will receive.