Pan American Airways Terminal

at Coconut Grove’s Dinner Key

Discover the historic Pan American Airways Terminal at Dinner Key in Coconut Grove, Miami’s oldest neighborhood, where the legendary Flying Clippers once launched luxurious journeys across the Caribbean and throughout Latin America. Explore rare photos, vintage timetables, and the story of this iconic seaplane base that connected Miami to the world.

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New Pan Am Seaplane Terminal Exhibit at The First Flight Out

The Air History Project is excited to announce a new informational display at The First Flight Out store in Coconut Grove! This exhibit, which includes historical photography, provides visitors with a gateway to aviation history, highlighting the story of Pan American Airways and its historic seaplane terminal at Dinner Key.

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Pan American Airways Dominican Clipper

On October 3, 1941, Pan American Airways' Dominican Clipper (NC15376), a Sikorsky S-42A flying boat, crashed while landing in San Juan Harbor, Puerto Rico. The aircraft swerved violently upon water contact, breaking apart and tragically claiming two lives. The incident underscored the risks of early aviation but led to improvements in safety, shaping the future of commercial flight.

Pan American Airways Terminal

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