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LoC No.: 20008254

Title: Flying the Atlantic in Sixteen Hours
With a Discussion of Aircraft in Commerce and Transportation

Alternate Title: Flying the Atlantic in 16 Hours
With a Discussion of Aircraft in Commerce and Transportation

Note: Reading ease score: 56.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Haragos Pál and the Online Distributed
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Summary: "Flying the Atlantic in Sixteen Hours" by Sir Arthur Whitten Brown is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around the momentous event of the first non-stop transatlantic flight, undertaken by Brown and his pilot, Sir John Alcock, in a Vickers-Vimy bomber. This remarkable achievement not only exemplifies the ingenuity and bravery of early aviators but also marks a pivotal moment in the development of aviation. The opening of the work introduces readers to Brown's reflections on the historical significance of their flight and pays tribute to the pioneers of aviation who came before them. Brown shares his humble thoughts on being a part of such a historic event while recounting the preparation and excitement leading up to the flight. We learn about his background, his partnership with Alcock, and the challenges they faced in getting their aircraft ready for the journey. The narrative is filled with anticipation and a sense of adventure as they prepare to set out on an unprecedented endeavor that will change the landscape of air travel forever. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Brown, Arthur Whitten, Sir, 1886-1948

Contributor: Bott, Alan, 1893-1952

EBook No.: 47129

Published: Oct 15, 2014

Downloads: 74

Language: English

Subject: Aeronautics, Commercial

Subject: Transatlantic flights

LoCC: Technology: Motor vehicles, Aeronautics, Astronautics

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 20008254

Title: Flying the Atlantic in Sixteen Hours
With a Discussion of Aircraft in Commerce and Transportation

Alternate Title: Flying the Atlantic in 16 Hours
With a Discussion of Aircraft in Commerce and Transportation

Note: Reading ease score: 56.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Haragos Pál and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)

Summary: "Flying the Atlantic in Sixteen Hours" by Sir Arthur Whitten Brown is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around the momentous event of the first non-stop transatlantic flight, undertaken by Brown and his pilot, Sir John Alcock, in a Vickers-Vimy bomber. This remarkable achievement not only exemplifies the ingenuity and bravery of early aviators but also marks a pivotal moment in the development of aviation. The opening of the work introduces readers to Brown's reflections on the historical significance of their flight and pays tribute to the pioneers of aviation who came before them. Brown shares his humble thoughts on being a part of such a historic event while recounting the preparation and excitement leading up to the flight. We learn about his background, his partnership with Alcock, and the challenges they faced in getting their aircraft ready for the journey. The narrative is filled with anticipation and a sense of adventure as they prepare to set out on an unprecedented endeavor that will change the landscape of air travel forever. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Brown, Arthur Whitten, Sir, 1886-1948

Contributor: Bott, Alan, 1893-1952

EBook No.: 47129

Published: Oct 15, 2014

Downloads: 74

Language: English

Subject: Aeronautics, Commercial

Subject: Transatlantic flights

LoCC: Technology: Motor vehicles, Aeronautics, Astronautics

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.