Aviation Collection
Aviation Collection

My Aviation Collection + Thanksgiving Giveaway

Sam Chui·
Aviation Hobby

As an AvGeek, I collect just about anything related to commercial aviation. I have just recently moved house, while doing so I made the decision to share with you some of my aviation collection.

Video of My Collection

Airplane Models

I collect airplane models that I flew on as a passenger. Most of my models are GeminiJets, in both 1:200 and 1:400 scale. I decorate the showcase with models and include some of the flight certificates in the background.

My favourite models are those of the B747 with a special paint scheme, such as the Singapore Airlines Tropical Megatop, ANA Marine Jumbo and SAA Ndizani.

a model airplanes on a map
a group of airplanes on a table
a group of model airplanes on a map
a group of model airplanes on a glass shelf
  • a group of model airplanes on a glass shelf
  • a group of model airplanes on a glass shelf
a group of model airplanes in a glass case
a group of model airplanes on display
a group of model airplanes on a glass shelf
a group of airplanes on a glass shelf
a model airplane on a display
Air Koryo Tu-154-B2

The model below is one of the most interesting ones that I have come across, it is half B747-8 and half An-124 from the Volga Dnepr Group. One wing is low and the other is high. It actually shows that both planes are similar in size.

a model airplane on a table
a model airplane on a table
  • a model airplane on a table
  • a model airplane on a table
a model airplane on a table
ARJ21 from Chengdu Airlines
a framed picture of airplanes and a picture of airplanes
Etihad and Emirates A380 in 1:200 scale (GeminiJets)
a group of model airplanes in a glass case
Boeing 747 Dreamlifter, Thai MD-11 and Malaysia Airlines B747-400 Special Livery
  • a group of model airplanes in a glass case
  • a model airplane on a glass shelf
  • a group of boxes on a shelf
  • a shelf with boxes and planes

Airline Amenity Kit and Sleepwear

I have hundreds of airline amenity kits from traveling and about 20 sets of sleepwear. I keep most of them are kept in storage, however I do keep a few of the more unique ones on display. The Etihad Residence amenity kit came with my personal initials on it, while the pink Lalique is a female version from the Singapore Airlines A380 First Class Suite.

a group of bags on a glass shelf
  • a group of bags in a drawer
  • a hand opening a drawer with a brown leather purse and other items
a stack of clothes in plastic bags

Dining and Tableware

I adore tableware with airline logos, but not the generic ones. From time to time, I have asked the airlines if I can keep a coffee cup or saucer.

a table with a group of glasses and cups
a group of cups and saucers on a table

I also collect in-flight menus from the flights I have been on. Some of them are rare or one of a kind; such as the inaugural A350-1000 flight on Qatar Airways, the last breakfast menu on EL AL B747-400 and the flight menu from Hello Kitty flights on EVA Air.

a group of books and menus on a table

In addition, I collect just about anything else that is personalized; such as the Etihad Residence menu, a welcome letter from the A380 and much much more.

a flag and envelopes in a case
a group of items on a table
a group of objects on a shelf
a group of cards and envelopes on a table

My Trophy Case

This case has more important personalized gift that are one of a kind; including my YouTube 100k and 1 million subscriber awards, coins, flight certificates and other miscellaneous gifts.

a group of trophies on a shelf
a group of trophies on a glass shelf

I also keep most of my event badges, they serve as mementos of the special events I have attended.

a group of cards on a table
a group of framed pictures
a couple of framed pictures

More Collectibles

I have a fair amount of lanyards, playing cards, coffee mugs, toys, stickers and baseball caps.

a group of key chains
a group of boxes with a picture of an airplane and a picture of a plane
a stack of photos and a keychain
a group of stuffed animals on a shelf
a group of stuffed animals on a shelf

Aviation Books

On my book shelve, I have a varied collection of aviation books and this includes my latest book - Air747.

a shelf with books on it
a book with a picture of an airplane
Air747 book
a shelf with a picture frame and a gold object
a group of decorative objects on a shelf

Giveaway - Win Air747 Book and Emirates B787 Model

Air747 Book and Emirates B787-10 Model Giveaway

Video of My Collection

Sam Chui

Sam Chui is one of the world's most established aviation and travel blogger, content creator and published author. He enjoys anything related to aviation and travel. His fascination with airplanes stemmed from visiting Kai Tak airport as a teenager. He has spent some of the happiest times of his life in the air.

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11 Responses

  1. Very big and Nice Coillection.Also I am fans and collecton airliners. Especialy Boeings also others.But only bigs Boeings from 247 until B 747, Douglas from DC 1- MD 11,Lockheed Connie,L-1011 , B 737,100,200 also B 727,Far,VC 10,Caravelle,and others.
    My favourite Arlirlines is B 747 from Jets and Connie from propellers. There are around 250 Models especialy over 100 B 747 in Various Scale .From 1:100 until 1:500. Mostly 1:200, 1:144 1:125…
    Diferent to you, mostly of them built myself. Also now time to time try built some airliner,but in my age
    80 years is no goin ´, when was younger. Airliners and all about it begin colect in 1986 ,after read book By Arthur Hailei. “The Airport.” Beside models also soon collected concernig airlines toys like Post cards,slides books,Magazines,VHS,DVD … . When my son get me first computter ,with all except models stop,when seen how much photos airliners some portals contain. But all collections left, of course.
    When I´m old as mentioned,decided sale collection of post cards. But no parts,only whole like one
    pice. Collection is on 31 Photoalbums + some boxes. and contain 10 000 p.c.over. There are mostly Big Airliners B 747 is 7 ,B 707,3,DC8,-9 ,And others. No airbuses,biz,helicopters,twins
    sports and other.Is possible also particulary exchange for models B 747. Is very far,from here,post mail was very difficult., I know. Many years ago very often sent packet with models to whole world,but mail price was far cheep then now. For example my good Friend was Joaquin Cicero .
    Maybe you knew him. Also was in eighty years member of WAHCMaybe you know some in Europe,who was interested,if yes let me know and would be very like. But no from Czech Republic.. Your photos very good know from various books, net..and others things.Also videos
    You are very good photograph. Also I photographed many years on various Europe airports.But it was be many younger. Now time to time family shots only. When you sent me Your mail adress can send some photos of my collection. Beside airliners. have others hobby: music,movies,books.. etc.
    I´ll be close slowly now. If want contactet with me. My mail adress is :jaromir.letadlo@seznam.cz In case of you interested I´´ be looking forwrd to you reply Mr. Chui and remainin´ with best wishes. Jaromír from Prague 1.
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  2. Hi samchui
    I m very big fan of yours I love your collection it’s wonderful and fascinating god bless you.

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