US 6-cent Airmail Eagle and Plane

United States · 1934 · 6 cents

The stamp features a majestic eagle with outstretched wings soaring above an early biplane, symbolizing airmail service. 'U.S. POSTAGE' is inscribed at the top and '6 CENTS' at the bottom.

Issued in 1934, this airmail stamp facilitated the growing airmail service in the United States. Its usage on a 1940 First Flight Cover highlights the expansion of air routes like the Bolling Field to Allentown service.