Historical Events tagged with "transpacific"

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Transportation & Infrastructure

Disappearance of the Hawaii Clipper Airliner

July 28th, 1938 86 years ago

The Hawaii Clipper, a Pan American Airlines flying boat, vanished between Guam and Manila while on a routine flight. On board were 6 crew members and 5 passengers. Despite extensive search efforts in the Pacific Ocean, no trace of the aircraft or its occupants was ever found, marking it as the first significant loss in the trans-Pacific China Clipper service. This incident raised concerns about safety in early commercial aviation.

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Exploration & Discovery

First Nonstop Flight Across the Pacific Ocean

October 5th, 1931 93 years ago

Clyde Edward Pangborn and Hugh Herndon, Jr. achieved a remarkable milestone by making the first nonstop flight across the Pacific Ocean in their aircraft, Miss Veedol. Taking off from the United States, they navigated challenging conditions and managed to land successfully in Japan, covering a distance of approximately 5,500 miles and accomplishing an aviation feat that had captured global attention.

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Exploration & Discovery

First Trans-Pacific Flight by Kingsford Smith

June 9th, 1928 96 years ago

Charles Kingsford Smith achieved the first successful trans-Pacific flight in the Fokker Trimotor monoplane named the Southern Cross. The flight began in Oakland, California, and covered approximately 7,000 kilometers, landing in Brisbane, Australia. Kingsford Smith and his crew faced various challenges, including harsh weather conditions and technical difficulties. Their successful journey marked a significant milestone in aviation, showcasing the potential for long-distance air travel and inspiring future exploration of global routes.

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Transportation & Infrastructure

First Transpacific Flight to Hawaii Accomplished

June 29th, 1927 97 years ago

The Bird of Paradise, a Fokker tri-motor aircraft, successfully completed the inaugural transpacific flight from the mainland United States to Hawaii. Piloted by Captain Edwin C. Musick, the aircraft departed from San Francisco, making history by landing in Honolulu after a 25-hour journey. This landmark flight showcased the capabilities of air travel in overcoming vast oceanic distances, marking a significant milestone in aviation and commercial air transport.

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