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St Petersburg-Tampa Airboat Line Benoist Xiv / 14 Biplan?
St Petersburg-Tampa Airboat Line Benoist Xiv / 14 Biplane Seaplane, 43 Lark of Duluth - the Original Flight of the Worlds First Scheduled Airline over Tampa Bay, Florida, Usa at 10Am on 1 January 1914 Piloted by Tony Jannus and Carried Former St Petersburg Mayor Abram C. Pheil As Its Passenger Date: 1914
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1. Title: "The Dawn of Aviation: St. Petersburg-Tampa Airboat Line Benoist XIV / 14 Biplane Seaplane - The World's First Scheduled Flight over Tampa Bay, Florida, USA 2. Date: January 1, 1914 3. Description: This photograph showcases the St. Petersburg-Tampa Airboat Line Benoist XIV / 14 Biplane Seaplane, also known as the "43 Lark of Duluth," as it prepares for the historic takeoff that marked the world's first scheduled flight over Tampa Bay, Florida. The aircraft, piloted by the visionary aviator Tony Jannus, is poised on the water with former St. Petersburg Mayor Abram C. Pheil as its esteemed passenger. 4. Background: The St. Petersburg-Tampa Airboat Line, established in 1914, was the world's first scheduled airline service. The Benoist XIV / 14 Biplane Seaplane was a groundbreaking aircraft of its time, designed by Louis Bleriot and built by the Benoist Aircraft Company. This open-cockpit, two-seater biplane was an amphibious aircraft, capable of taking off and landing both on water and land. 5. The Moment: The photograph captures the essence of a new era in transportation as the Benoist XIV / 14 Biplane Seaplane readies for its inaugural flight. The determination and courage of Tony Jannus and his passengers are palpable, as they embark on this historic journey that would forever change the way people traveled. 6. Legacy: This photograph is an invaluable piece of aviation history, showcasing the pioneering spirit and ingenuity of the early aviators who dared to take to the skies. The St. Petersburg-Tampa Airboat Line paved the way for the commercial aviation industry, and this momentous flight remains an inspiration for generations of aviators and innovators. 7. Technical Details: Date: 1914, Dimensions: 12 x 15 inches, Format: Black and White, Rights Managed. 8. Source: Mary Evans Prints Online.
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