New Pan Am Seaplane Terminal Exhibit at The First Flight Out

Historical photography and information about Pan Am’s seaplane service from Coconut Grove is displayed at 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.

A Guide to Coconut Grove’s Aviation Heritage

Located inside The First Flight Out, this display offers a rich and engaging resource for those exploring the area’s deep aviation legacy. Visitors will find:

  • A Map of Coconut Grove – Discover key points of interest, including historic landmarks, local attractions, and the best spots to experience the Grove.

  • Directions to the Historic Pan Am Terminal – Find your way to the original Pan American Airways terminal at Dinner Key, once the launching point for transoceanic flying boat service. More details can be found at panamterminal.com.

  • Pan Am’s Impact on Global Aviation – Learn about the golden age of air travel, the role of Dinner Key in shaping commercial aviation, and how Pan Am changed the world.

Celebrating the Legacy

The Air History Project is dedicated to preserving and sharing the stories of commercial aviation. By providing this resource, we hope to educate and inspire visitors, offering them a deeper appreciation for the incredible aviation history embedded in Coconut Grove.

Plan Your Visit

Stop by The First Flight Out, take in the sights, and experience the legacy of flight that still echoes through Coconut Grove today.

Air History Project

The Air History Project is committed to bringing the stories of air transportation history to life, transporting readers to key moments in the past that helped shape the aviation system we know today. Through engaging narratives and historical insights, we highlight the milestones, innovations, and people that influenced the evolution of commercial flight.

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