1949 Union Oil \"City of Yuma\" Endurance Flight Ad Ephemera For Sale

Discover a fascinating piece of aviation history with this original advertisement featuring the record-breaking 1949 endurance flight of \"The City of Yuma.\" This compelling ephemera captures the incredible feat of pilots Woody Jongeward and Bob Woodhouse, who stayed airborne for an astounding 46 days in Yuma, Arizona. The ad highlights Union Oil Company\'s T5X Aero Oil and 7600 Aviation Gasoline, essential to the success of this pioneering flight.The advertisement includes striking visuals: a portrait of the two ex-Navy pilots and a dynamic scene depicting the mid-air refueling process, with the plane flying low over a convertible car. The detailed text provides insights into the plane\'s performance, the oil\'s reliability, and the broader availability of Union Oil products. This collectible piece offers a glimpse into post-WWII aviation innovation, early automotive and aviation advertising, and the spirit of American ingenuity.