Ann of the Airlanes is a syndicated American radio adventure drama series broadcast between 1932 and the 1950s.
Ann of the Airlanes is a syndicated American radio adventure drama series broadcast between 1932 and the 1950s.
The story focused on Ann Burton, an aspiring airplane hostess portrayed by Lynne Howard (possibly a stage name for Hollywood native Elia Braca). [1] She also worked with the Secret Service, as did her romantic interest, Interstate Airlines pilot Jack Baker (Robert C. Bruce [1] ). Gerald Mohr portrayed Secret Service agent and co-pilot Art Morrison. Also in the cast was John Gibson who portrayed Pete.
There were more than a few radio aviation dramas during the 1930s, but this was the only one with a female lead. [2]
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