IN aeronautical events such as competitions, races, etc. it has happened more than once that owing to external circumstances a situation arose which was not provided for in the F.A.I. rules. An already classic case of this kind is afforded by the long-drawn controversy between the Aero Clubs of France and Italy as to who should be declared the winner of the 1921 Michelin Trophy, which has now definitely been settled by the F.A.I. in favor of Italy.

A bill known as H.R. 10717, has been introduced into the House by Representative Clyde Kelly of Pennsylvania, for the purpose of encouraging commercial aviation and authorizing the Postmaster General to contract for air mail service.