Exploration & Discovery

NC-4 Completes Historic Transatlantic Flight

The NC-4 aircraft successfully completed the first transatlantic flight, arriving in Lisbon. Piloted by Lieutenant Commander Albert Read and his crew, the plane showcased the power of aviation during an era of exploration. The journey, which took nearly 24 hours, began in the United States, where the crew set out to demonstrate the potential for long-distance air travel. Their arrival in Lisbon was greeted with great enthusiasm as they heralded a new age in aviation history.

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