Airway of 1937

The Bally Manufacturing Corporation's Airway of 1937 is an appealing piece of pre-war pinball history. Released in August 1937 as model number 179, this flipperless electro-mechanical game captures the era's simplicity and charm, predating the flippers and modern features that would later transform the game, yet still managing to captivate players with its straightforward challenge.

The gameplay revolves around hitting ten scoring bumpers on the playfield, each corresponding to a small airplane numbered 1 to 10 on the backboard. The objective is direct: light up as many planes as possible. Play was priced at five balls for five cents, typical of the period.

Airway of 1937 was advertised at 44 inches long by 22 inches wide, a compact footprint by later standards. While little is known about the designer or specific art elements, the machine's aviation theme and vintage aesthetic are sure to appeal to pinball enthusiasts seeking historically interesting additions to their collections.