Lindbergh with his airplane, 1928
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Lindbergh with his airplane, 1928
Lindbergh with his airplane. US aviation pioneer Charles Lindbergh (1902-1974) on tour in 1928 with the airplane, Spirit of St Louis, in which he made the first solo transatlantic flight. This flight, also the first non-stop transatlantic flight in an airplane, took place in May 1927. Lindbergh took off near New York, USA, and flew for over 33 hours to reach Paris, France, over 5700 kilometres away. Spirit of St Louis was a monoplane (a single wing mounted above a fuselage) built by Ryan Airlines, San Diego, California. It was built from steel and was 8.5 metres long with a wingspan of 14 metres. Photographed on 13 January 1928, after a tour to Cuba
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This print captures a defining moment in aviation history - Charles Lindbergh with his groundbreaking airplane, the Spirit of St Louis. In 1928, Lindbergh embarked on a tour with his iconic aircraft that had made him an international sensation the year before. This monochrome image showcases the technological marvel of its time, a single-winged monoplane built by Ryan Airlines. Lindbergh's solo transatlantic flight in May 1927 was an extraordinary feat that revolutionized air travel. Taking off near New York, he soared through the skies for over 33 hours to reach Paris, covering an astounding distance of more than 5700 kilometers without stopping. This daring adventure marked not only the first non-stop transatlantic flight but also showcased Lindbergh as an American pioneer in aviation. In this portrait captured during his tour to Cuba, Lindbergh stands proudly beside his beloved aircraft. With determination etched across his face, he symbolizes both human courage and technological advancement in one frame. As we gaze upon this historic photograph from January 13th, 1928, we are transported back to a time when powered flight was still relatively new and awe-inspiring. The Spirit of St Louis remains an enduring symbol of innovation and progress in transportation history. Its legacy continues to inspire generations as it represents man's relentless pursuit of conquering new frontiers above the clouds.
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