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A two-hour engaging workshop featured an insightful and richly illustrated presentation by Mr. Piyush Khaitan, Chairman, AMSI, who traced the fascinating journey of Indian air mail—from the historic 1911 First Aerial Post at Allahabad, widely regarded as the world’s first official airmail flight, through early experimental routes, foreign air mail services, and the development of internal air networks in India. The presentation also explored the transformative impact of World War II on air mail routes and rates, and the subsequent growth of civil aviation in independent India.
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Special emphasis was placed on the evolution of collecting in aerophilately, with Mr. Khaitan showcasing a diverse range of material including first flight covers, pilot-signed covers, crash mail, censorship markings, and rare postal history items. He also shared practical insights into exhibiting, structuring collections, and key reference resources, making the session valuable for both new and seasoned collectors.
The second segment, Magic of Maharajah, brought alive the golden era of Air India, highlighting its iconic brand identity shaped under the leadership of |
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