Cleveland's National Air Races (Images of America) - Softcover

Matowitz Jr, Thomas G

 
9780738539966: Cleveland's National Air Races (Images of America)
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0738539961 ISBN 13: 9780738539966
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC), 2006

Synopsis

Enthusiasm for aviation exploded after Charles Lindbergh's solo flight across the Atlantic in May 1927. The National Air Races, held in Cleveland between 1929 and 1949, collectively represent one of the most significant aviation events of the 20th century. Cleveland's newly constructed municipal airport, the world's largest airport facility at the time, along with its permanent 50,000-seat bleachers, won the city hosting rights to the event. The National Air Races captivated the public during the grim years of the Great Depression and provided a showcase for many aviation innovations including retractable landing gear, low-wing monoplanes, aircooled engines, and careful streamlining. A deadly crash ended the National Air Races more than 50 years ago, but the races made an unforgettable impression. This book should reinforce the memories of those who saw the races firsthand and pique the interest of those who have always wished they had.

"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.

About the Author

Employed as an educator for more than 20 years, Thomas G. Matowitz Jr. is a licensed pilot with a lifelong interest in aviation history. He currently flies a restored Piper L-4J, a liaison plane that saw combat in Italy during the final days of World War II.

"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.

Publisher
Arcadia Publishing (SC)
Publication date
2006
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0738539961
ISBN 13 
9780738539966
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
128

Other Popular Editions of the Same Title

9781531623906: Cleveland's National Air Races

Featured Edition

ISBN 10:  1531623905 ISBN 13:  9781531623906
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing Library Editions, 2006
Hardcover