Los Angeles California Airport TWA Constellation Real Photo Postcard

The Lockheed Constellation and Douglas DC-3, prominently featured here operating for Trans World Airlines (TWA), represent a pivotal era in commercial aviation. The Constellation, introduced by TWA in 1945, was a symbol of post-World War II luxury and technological advancement, renowned for its distinctive triple-tail design, long-range capabilities, and speed, making transcontinental and transatlantic flights more accessible. The DC-3, a ubiquitous pre-war and wartime transport, had already revolutionized air travel in the 1930s with its reliability and economic efficiency, establishing the foundation for modern passenger air service.