James R. Irwin papers, 1946-1979

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Irwin, James R.
Title
James R. Irwin papers
Dates
1946-1979 (inclusive)
Quantity
.55 cubic ft. (1 box)
Collection Number
08145
Summary
James R. Irwin was invovled in the aviation industry. This collection contains his professional papers.
Repository
American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming
American Heritage Center
University of Wyoming
1000 E. University Ave.
Dept. 3924
Laramie, WY
82071
Telephone: 3077663756
ahcref@uwyo.edu
Access Restrictions
Access Restrictions

There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.

Languages
English

Historical NoteReturn to Top

James R. Irwin enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Corps in 1941 and served as a captain of a C-47 transport airplane. Later he worked as a captain with the Pennsylvania Central Airlines, Capital Airlines, U.S. Steel and United Airlines. He retired with over 30,000 flying hours.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

This collection contains correspondence (1949-1979); and aviation records including FCC permits, flight reports, periodicals, and training records (1946-1977).

Use of the CollectionReturn to Top

Restrictions on Use

Copyright Information

The researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property, and libel laws as they apply.

Preferred Citation

Preferred Citation

Item Description, Box Number, Folder Number, Collection Name, Collection Number, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Related Materials

Related Materials

There are no known other archival collections created by James R. Irwin at the date of processing.

Acquisition Information

Acquisition Information

This material was received from James R. Irwin in December 1983.

Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

Subordinate Component # 1Return to Top

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Description

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Aeronautics -- United States
  • Air pilots, Military -- United States
  • Aircraft industry -- United States

Form or Genre Terms

  • Articles
  • Correspondence
  • Periodicals
  • Reports