August 8, 1927

August 8, 1927

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Transportation Accidents

Transportation Accidents

By ROY E. RUSSELL12 min

AIRPORTS AND AIRWAYS

Boston, Mass.

By Daniel Rochford7 min

UNITED STATES AIR FORCES

UNITED STATES AIR FORCES

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Transportation Accidents

Transportation Accidents

IN ALL history there has never been a mode of transportation which has received the interest from the public that the airplane is today receiving. Every newspaper and periodical makes mention of it in some way and the general topic of conversation concerns airplanes.

By ROY E. RUSSELL12 min

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AIRPORTS AND AIRWAYS

Boston, Mass.

Boston had its share in the rejoicing over Lindbergh, Byrd, Maitland and Hegenberger and the other brilliant long-distance fliers in official celebrations Friday and Saturday, July 22-23. The Boston parade on Saturday was strengthened by the presence of the 26th Division, Massachusetts National Guard, which had just hiked back on a four day march from the summer training at Camp Devens.

By Daniel Rochford7 min

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UNITED STATES AIR FORCES

UNITED STATES AIR FORCES

Initial steps have been taken by the Air Corps Reserve Officers Association of Kansas City, Mo., toward the organization of a national association of Air Corps Reserve Officers. The Kansas City Association is communicating with various Air Corps Reserve groups and individuals throughout the country setting forth a tentative plan of organization and asking for suggestions and cooperation with the idea.
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FOREIGN AERONAUTICAL NEWS NOTES

FOREIGN AERONAUTICAL NEWS NOTES

By Special Arrangement with the Automotive and Transportation Divisions, Bureau of Foreign and Domestic Commerce
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The Distinguished Flying Cross

Since the Distinguished Flying Cross has been awarded to officers of the Army and Navy for recent long distance flight, there have been many enquiries regarding the awarding the cross to air mail pilots and aviators for extraordinary deeds and heroic achievements.
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Construction of New York to Rome Fokker is Similar to Commander Byrd’s "America”

Construction of New York to Rome Fokker is Similar to Commander Byrd’s "America”

Has Less Wing Area and a 450 Hp. Jupiter Engine Replaces Three Wright Whirlwlnds
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International Aircraft Corp. is Now On a Weekly Production Basis

International Aircraft Corp. is Now On a Weekly Production Basis

The F17 is an Open Cockpit Biplane Suitable for an OX5 or 150 H.P. Hisso Engine
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AIRCRAFT PATENTS

AIRCRAFT PATENTS

Copies of patents may be obtained by writing the Patent Office, Washington, D. C., giving the patent number and the name of the inventor. Cost 10c each. Reissue No. 16,644—HEAT-TRANSFER SYSTEM FOR AIRCRAFT. Hemphrey F. Parker, Philadelphia, Pa. 20 Claims.
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PUBLISHER’S NEWS LETTER

PUBLISHER’S NEWS LETTER

The great interest that is being shown in all parts of the country for the creation of airports is one of the most significant signs of the aeronautical times that we are passing through. Every city that has an airport is taking pride in its foresight.
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AIRPORTS AND AIRWAYS

Detroit, Mich.

The “Wise Birds” of Detroit now consist of nine business men who own two Stinson Detroiter enclosed cabin, fourpassenger biplanes. They bought their first plane less than a year ago and last week placed an order with the Stinson Aircraft Corporation for a duplicate plane, upon the acceptance of two more members.

By C. E. Planck3 min

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