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Boeing 737-800 (N915NN)
Making just its second visit to Reno Tahoe International since being "unveiled" last year, AAL's N915NN, the Trans World Airlines heritage paintbird, is captured here as it is crossing the threshold of runway 16R only fifteen minutes after high noon at the end of a July 4th (2016) ORD-RNO trip. The single previous visit to Reno was a late night RON arrival with an early (before sunrise) departure the next morning, so yesterday's arrival at midday was the first opportunity that most Renoites have had to see this scheme since it came out.
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Right after it landed, I overheard a brief radio conversation between the tower and the pilot of this one that graphically reminded me of how old I am. As N915NN turned on to a taxiway and headed toward the terminal, a young voice in the control tower radioed to the pilots, "We are just a bit curious about the paint scheme on your aircraft." One of the pilots radioed back with a chuckle that "... there was a lot of leftover red paint so ..." it [the paint] had been used on this fleetbird. But then, the pilot must have realized that the tower controller's curiosity meant that the controller did not recognize the livery, so the pilot then briefly explained about the TWA, Air Cal, and Reno Air heritage livery schemes. A few moments later, a different voice came from the tower, and the man said, "It's been a long time since I've seen TWA." Hearing that short exchange of comments made me realize how old I am; there are young people involved in aviation today who do not know about the airline once recognized the world over as a premier airline: Trans World. The times, they are a-changin'.
Great shot, Gary! It is nice to see the old TWA livery. I remember it well.
It was very hot and there was a brilliant noon-hour sun in a cloudless sky directly overhead when it landed, so I knew I had to be quite close and somewhat lucky if I was going to get a decent shot that was not heat-hammered and distorted. Of the sixteen sequence snaps I took of it as it came past my location, I trashed all but three. But getting those three made the hour-long wait on an extremely hot Fourth of July day well worth it.
Also many people don't know that the current JetBlue terminal at KJFK used to be the TWA terminal. When did they stop flying, can you remember Gary?
Awesome capture.
Hi, Greg. I'd caught this one when it visited at night, but I've been tracking it daily in hopes of getting it again in the air in daylight, so I was thrilled when I learned it was coming. I (sort of) abandoned my wife in the midst of our Fourth of July activities to make the 40 minute drive into Reno, wait the hour for it to arrive, and then drive 40 miles back. But it was so worth it. Except ... the young guy in the tower, who did not recognize the TWA livery, made me understand how many years have elapsed. So, Greg, Thanks for letting me know that I'm not the only one who remembers TWA. Geez, it is a beautiful sight to see TWA in the sky again, even if it IS only on one paxbird. :-)
Hey, Roy, howdy and Tks. I don't recall the year that TWA folded the tent, but I'll find out and get back with that info. As for the terminal at Kennedy, the final segment of my old 8mm movies will (when Chris finishes editing it and posts it on You Tube) show that building when it was almost new and ... at the time I filmed it ... it was considered a very futuristic design so it was being talked about all the time.
I couldn't remember, either, Roy. But it looks like Trans World Airlines (originally Transcontinental & Western Air) lasted from 1925 to 2001.
That's a bizarre question from the tower! How can you be so intimately associated with commercial aviation and not know about the airlines that used to serve the US? And it wasn't THAT long ago! I guess for some people, it's just a job.
Thanks Greg.
Mark dont be too hard on him it may have been a 'newbie'
Mark dont be too hard on him it may have been a 'newbie'
Gman..I never would have gotten a shot so clean!! 5+ Aliens fer sure!
Great shot Gary!
Alien and Mark S. ... TY, guys. Appreciate the comments.
Mark T. >> As difficult as it was for me to believe when I first heard the question, after thinking about it while on my way back home, I realized that if a younger tower controller today is in the mid to later twenties, that person would have only been in the preteen or early teenage years when TWA, PAA, TCA, etc., were still big names in commercial aviation. So, if a younger person had no interest in aviation back during those years of his / her life, I suppose it is possible that he / she may truly not know anything about what some of the heritage schemes are representing. I've met people who work in specific fields of employ but who know little to nothing about the history of the profession. For some, it is (as you said) just a job. But I don't think the young tower controller I overheard is one of that type. After all, he DID inquire of the pilot about the heritage paint scheme here, and asking is one way of learning.
Mark S. >>> Watch for a reply to your email question in your email.
Mark T. >> As difficult as it was for me to believe when I first heard the question, after thinking about it while on my way back home, I realized that if a younger tower controller today is in the mid to later twenties, that person would have only been in the preteen or early teenage years when TWA, PAA, TCA, etc., were still big names in commercial aviation. So, if a younger person had no interest in aviation back during those years of his / her life, I suppose it is possible that he / she may truly not know anything about what some of the heritage schemes are representing. I've met people who work in specific fields of employ but who know little to nothing about the history of the profession. For some, it is (as you said) just a job. But I don't think the young tower controller I overheard is one of that type. After all, he DID inquire of the pilot about the heritage paint scheme here, and asking is one way of learning.
Mark S. >>> Watch for a reply to your email question in your email.
Great catch, glad to finally see this one in Reno.
Braniff, Pan American were other great names in commercial aviation (at least in Brazil)
My favorite recollection of TWA livery is on the triple tail of a Super-G Constellation.
My favorite recollection of TWA livery is on the triple tail of a Super- G Constellation.
I am a former TWA flight attendant. Thank you for the picture! I gasped for a moment as I don't very often see the TWA livery unless I search for it. Such a pleasant surprise!
Thank you for this picture! I certainly appreciate what you went through to get it! I'm a former TWA flight attendant. Sure wish I could see this bird in person!
Roy, TWA was bought by American in 2001, I believe. Not sure about the month.
Carrie ... If you are living near Princess Juliana, you'll get to see it. It has been there several times and I'm certain it will be there again. Also, TY for the comment.
John F. .... Indeed, seeing TWA tail paint x 3 on a Super G was a wonderful sight. My fave TWA scheme was the twin gold globes surrounding the TWA name. I've got a couple old film prints of a TWA jet at Newark with that dual globe scheme on the tail but in the shots the a/c nose is slightly blocked by one of those "Pay-a-dime-and-listen-to-the-control-tower" boxes that used to be located on observation decks ... (remember THOSE??) (grin) ... so since they are obstructed shots I don't post them. :)
John F. .... Indeed, seeing TWA tail paint x 3 on a Super G was a wonderful sight. My fave TWA scheme was the twin gold globes surrounding the TWA name. I've got a couple old film prints of a TWA jet at Newark with that dual globe scheme on the tail but in the shots the a/c nose is slightly blocked by one of those "Pay-a-dime-and-listen-to-the-control-tower" boxes that used to be located on observation decks ... (remember THOSE??) (grin) ... so since they are obstructed shots I don't post them. :)
Thanks Carrie!
Beautiful shot Gary!
Your post dates me as well; I remember the old Air Cal livery on the 737-100/200. Anyone have a good pic of those old birds?
Carrie Wooley
if you are ever in SFO when we have the Airline Collectible Show - stop on by - and we'll let you in as a TWA guest! I help run the show - search Facebook: SFO Airline Collectible Show ( TV)
if you are ever in SFO when we have the Airline Collectible Show - stop on by - and we'll let you in as a TWA guest! I help run the show - search Facebook: SFO Airline Collectible Show ( TV)
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Date | Avion | Provenance | Destination | Départ | Arrivée | Durée |
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Date03-05-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l Grantley-Adams (BGI / TBPB) | DestinationInt'l John-F.-Kennedy (KJFK) | Départ13h06 AST | Arrivée17h33 EDT | Durée4:26 |
Date03-05-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l John-F.-Kennedy (KJFK) | DestinationInt'l Grantley-Adams (BGI / TBPB) | Départ07h19 EDT | Arrivée11h33 AST | Durée4:14 |
Date02-05-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l de Miami (KMIA) | DestinationInt'l John-F.-Kennedy (KJFK) | Départ20h09 EDT | Arrivée22h38 EDT | Durée2:29 |
Date02-05-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceHewanorra Int'l (UVF / TLPL) | DestinationInt'l de Miami (KMIA) | Départ14h41 AST | Arrivée18h11 EDT | Durée3:29 |
Date02-05-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l de Miami (KMIA) | DestinationHewanorra Int'l (UVF / TLPL) | Départ10h16 EDT | Arrivée13h06 AST | Durée2:50 |
Date02-05-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l Louis Armstrong de La Nouvelle-Orléans (KMSY) | DestinationInt'l de Miami (KMIA) | Départ06h08 CDT | Arrivée08h34 EDT | Durée1:26 |
Date01-05-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l de Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) | DestinationInt'l Louis Armstrong de La Nouvelle-Orléans (KMSY) | Départ21h20 CDT | Arrivée22h20 CDT | Durée1:00 |
Date01-05-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceReno/Tahoe Intl (KRNO) | DestinationInt'l de Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) | Départ14h48 PDT | Arrivée19h34 CDT | Durée2:46 |
Date01-05-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l de Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) | DestinationReno/Tahoe Intl (KRNO) | Départ12h24 CDT | Arrivée13h25 PDT | Durée3:00 |
Date01-05-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceReno/Tahoe Intl (KRNO) | DestinationInt'l de Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) | Départ06h08 PDT | Arrivée10h53 CDT | Durée2:45 |
Date30-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l Sky Harbor de Phoenix (KPHX) | DestinationReno/Tahoe Intl (KRNO) | Départ14h31 MST | Arrivée15h56 PDT | Durée1:25 |
Date30-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l Newark Liberty (KEWR) | DestinationInt'l Sky Harbor de Phoenix (KPHX) | Départ11h28 EDT | Arrivée13h29 MST | Durée5:01 |
Date30-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l Charlotte-Douglas (KCLT) | DestinationInt'l Newark Liberty (KEWR) | Départ08h05 EDT | Arrivée09h17 EDT | Durée1:11 |
Date30-04-2025 | AvionB738 | Provenancemétropolitain de Détroit (KDTW) | DestinationInt'l Charlotte-Douglas (KCLT) | Départ05h36 EDT | Arrivée06h55 EDT | Durée1:19 |
Date29-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l de Miami (KMIA) | Destinationmétropolitain de Détroit (KDTW) | Départ20h20 EDT | Arrivée23h02 EDT | Durée2:41 |
Date29-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceVC Bird Int'l (ANU / TAPA) | DestinationInt'l de Miami (KMIA) | Départ15h27 AST | Arrivée18h31 EDT | Durée3:03 |
Date29-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l de Miami (KMIA) | DestinationVC Bird Int'l (ANU / TAPA) | Départ11h03 EDT | Arrivée13h32 AST | Durée2:28 |
Date29-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l Norman Manley de Kingston (KIN / MKJP) | DestinationInt'l de Miami (KMIA) | Départ06h38 EST | Arrivée09h07 EDT | Durée1:28 |
Date28-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l de Miami (KMIA) | DestinationInt'l Norman Manley de Kingston (KIN / MKJP) | Départ19h57 EDT | Arrivée20h15 EST | Durée1:18 |
Date28-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceJuan Manuel Galvez Int'l (Roatan Int'l) (RTB / MHRO) | DestinationInt'l de Miami (KMIA) | Départ13h41 CST | Arrivée17h19 EDT | Durée1:37 |
Date28-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l de Miami (KMIA) | DestinationJuan Manuel Galvez Int'l (Roatan Int'l) (RTB / MHRO) | Départ12h41 EDT | Arrivée12h28 CST | Durée1:46 |
Date28-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l Thurgood Marshall de Baltimore-Washington (KBWI) | DestinationInt'l de Miami (KMIA) | Départ09h03 EDT | Arrivée11h28 EDT | Durée2:25 |
Date27-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l Charlotte-Douglas (KCLT) | DestinationInt'l Thurgood Marshall de Baltimore-Washington (KBWI) | Départ23h34 EDT | Arrivée00h29 EDT (+1) | Durée0:54 |
Date27-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l Bradley (KBDL) | DestinationInt'l Charlotte-Douglas (KCLT) | Départ19h43 EDT | Arrivée21h18 EDT | Durée1:35 |
Date27-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l Charlotte-Douglas (KCLT) | DestinationInt'l Bradley (KBDL) | Départ17h07 EDT | Arrivée18h44 EDT | Durée1:37 |
Date27-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceSan Antonio Intl (KSAT) | DestinationInt'l Charlotte-Douglas (KCLT) | Départ11h57 CDT | Arrivée15h13 EDT | Durée2:15 |
Date27-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l Charlotte-Douglas (KCLT) | DestinationSan Antonio Intl (KSAT) | Départ09h03 EDT | Arrivée10h35 CDT | Durée2:32 |
Date27-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l de Lambert-Saint Louis (KSTL) | DestinationInt'l Charlotte-Douglas (KCLT) | Départ04h59 CDT | Arrivée07h21 EDT | Durée1:21 |
Date26-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l Charlotte-Douglas (KCLT) | DestinationInt'l de Lambert-Saint Louis (KSTL) | Départ18h32 EDT | Arrivée19h04 CDT | Durée1:31 |
Date26-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceLynden Pindling Int'l (Nassau) (NAS / MYNN) | DestinationInt'l Charlotte-Douglas (KCLT) | Départ14h45 EDT | Arrivée16h30 EDT | Durée1:44 |
Date26-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l Charlotte-Douglas (KCLT) | DestinationLynden Pindling Int'l (Nassau) (NAS / MYNN) | Départ11h34 EDT | Arrivée13h16 EDT | Durée1:41 |
Date26-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l de Lambert-Saint Louis (KSTL) | DestinationInt'l Charlotte-Douglas (KCLT) | Départ07h26 CDT | Arrivée09h44 EDT | Durée1:17 |
Date25-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l Sky Harbor de Phoenix (KPHX) | DestinationInt'l de Lambert-Saint Louis (KSTL) | Départ19h08 MST | Arrivée23h35 CDT | Durée2:27 |
Date25-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceLos Cabos Int'l (SJD / MMSD) | DestinationInt'l Sky Harbor de Phoenix (KPHX) | Départ15h32 MST | Arrivée17h09 MST | Durée1:36 |
Date25-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l Sky Harbor de Phoenix (KPHX) | DestinationLos Cabos Int'l (SJD / MMSD) | Départ12h47 MST | Arrivée14h28 MST | Durée1:40 |
Date25-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l O'Hare de Chicago (KORD) | DestinationInt'l Sky Harbor de Phoenix (KPHX) | Départ08h59 CDT | Arrivée10h24 MST | Durée3:24 |
Date25-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l de Minneapolis-Saint-Paul (KMSP) | DestinationInt'l O'Hare de Chicago (KORD) | Départ05h46 CDT | Arrivée06h38 CDT | Durée0:52 |
Date24-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l de Miami (KMIA) | DestinationInt'l de Minneapolis-Saint-Paul (KMSP) | Départ20h34 EDT | Arrivée22h55 CDT | Durée3:21 |
Date24-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l d'Orlando (KMCO) | DestinationInt'l de Miami (KMIA) | Départ18h18 EDT | Arrivée18h57 EDT | Durée0:39 |
Date24-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceLaGuardia (KLGA) | DestinationInt'l d'Orlando (KMCO) | Départ14h40 EDT | Arrivée16h52 EDT | Durée2:12 |
Date24-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l d'Orlando (KMCO) | DestinationLaGuardia (KLGA) | Départ10h57 EDT | Arrivée13h02 EDT | Durée2:04 |
Date24-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceLaGuardia (KLGA) | DestinationInt'l d'Orlando (KMCO) | Départ07h08 EDT | Arrivée09h15 EDT | Durée2:06 |
Date23-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l de Miami (KMIA) | DestinationLaGuardia (KLGA) | Départ21h16 EDT | Arrivée23h50 EDT | Durée2:34 |
Date23-04-2025 | AvionB738 | Provenancenational Ronald Reagan (KDCA) | DestinationInt'l de Miami (KMIA) | Départ16h49 EDT | Arrivée19h10 EDT | Durée2:20 |
Date23-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l de Tampa (KTPA) | Destinationnational Ronald Reagan (KDCA) | Départ13h24 EDT | Arrivée15h13 EDT | Durée1:48 |
Date23-04-2025 | AvionB738 | Provenancenational Ronald Reagan (KDCA) | DestinationInt'l de Tampa (KTPA) | Départ10h22 EDT | Arrivée12h17 EDT | Durée1:55 |
Date23-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l O'Hare de Chicago (KORD) | Destinationnational Ronald Reagan (KDCA) | Départ06h09 CDT | Arrivée08h38 EDT | Durée1:29 |
Date22-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l Charlotte-Douglas (KCLT) | DestinationInt'l O'Hare de Chicago (KORD) | Départ22h59 EDT | Arrivée23h21 CDT | Durée1:22 |
Date22-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceQueen Beatrix Int'l (AUA / TNCA) | DestinationInt'l Charlotte-Douglas (KCLT) | Départ17h08 AST | Arrivée20h47 EDT | Durée3:39 |
Date22-04-2025 | AvionB738 | ProvenanceInt'l Charlotte-Douglas (KCLT) | DestinationQueen Beatrix Int'l (AUA / TNCA) | Départ12h19 EDT | Arrivée15h57 AST | Durée3:38 |
Date22-04-2025 | AvionB738 | Provenancemétropolitain de Détroit (KDTW) | DestinationInt'l Charlotte-Douglas (KCLT) | Départ08h27 EDT | Arrivée09h55 EDT | Durée1:27 |
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