Ann of the Airlanes

 

 

Ann of the Airlanes was a syndicated American radio adventure drama series that aired from the 1930s to the 1950s

, created in part due to the popularity of Amelia Earhart. The show followed the adventures of Ann Burton, an aspiring airplane hostess and Secret Service agent, with pilot Jack Baker. It featured a mix of action, adventure, and mystery, and was one of the earliest broadcast dramas with a female protagonist.

 

The story focused on Ann Burton, an aspiring airplane hostess portrayed by Lynne Howard (possibly a stage name for Hollywood native Elia Braca). She also worked with the Secret Service, as did her romantic interest, Interstate Airlines pilot Jack Baker (Robert C. Bruce). Gerald Mohr portrayed Secret Service agent and co-pilot Art Morrison. Also in the cast was John Gibson who portrayed Pete. 

 

The series was created by Bob Burtt and produced by Comet Productions. It consisted of 65 episodes for a 13-week run. John E. Frank was the director. In 1955 Harry S. Goodman Productions acquired the rights to Ann of the Airlanes and three other juvenile radio shows.