Announcement, House of Representatives, Melbourne, March 1919. "...the Commonwealth government has decided to offer £10,000 for the first successful flight to Australia from Great Britain, in a machine manned by Australians." When this announcement was made, it inspired the greatest air race of all time. The risks and challenges have never been equaled. It was only sixteen years since the first aeroplane flight, and the only two aircraft available were flimsy, cranky machines. This book gives a complete account of the race, the reasons for its announcement, the difficulties of organisation and the incredible adventures of the seven competing crews. The author gives an authentic picture of the days when a courageous few were striving to open the airways of the world.
- ISBN:
- 9781741108040
- 9781741108040
- Category:
- Air sports & recreations
- Format:
- Paperback
- Publication Date:
- 01-12-2008
- Publisher:
- New Holland Publishers Pty, Limited
- Country of origin:
- Australia
- Dimensions (mm):
- 210x137x18mm
- Weight:
- 0.28kg
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