1936 Bendix Race

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:campaign
gptkbp:advertising generated significant publicity
gptkbp:air_race_format time-based competition
gptkbp:air_race_history contributed to air race history
gptkbp:air_traffic_control emerging concept
gptkbp:aircraft_configuration evolved through competition
gptkbp:aircraft_operated gptkb:aircraft
gptkb:Lockheed_Electra
gptkb:Bellanca_CH-300_Pacemaker
showcased advancements
part of a series of events
crucial for winning
promoted advancements
gptkbp:aviation_enthusiasts attracted many enthusiasts
gptkbp:aviation_milestones part of aviation history
gptkbp:bendix_trophy awarded to the winner
gptkbp:community_involvement local support
gptkbp:cultural_impact reflected American spirit
gptkbp:date 1936
gptkbp:distance 2,500 miles
gptkbp:duration approximately 10 hours
gptkbp:event_challenges faced numerous challenges
gptkbp:event_frequency annual
gptkbp:event_type gptkb:competition
gptkbp:events remains significant today
gptkbp:events_held complex logistics
gptkbp:finale_date gptkb:Los_Angeles
gptkbp:followed_by gptkb:1937_Bendix_Race
gptkbp:fuel_economy important factor
gptkbp:historical_context gptkb:Great_Depression
gptkbp:historical_significance marked aviation progress
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label 1936 Bendix Race
gptkbp:impact increased interest in aviation
gptkbp:influenced_by government aviation policies
gptkbp:legacy inspired future air races
gptkbp:location gptkb:United_States
gptkbp:media_coverage extensive
gptkbp:navigation_system essential for pilots
gptkbp:notable_feature speed records
gptkbp:notable_pilots gptkb:Charles_Lindbergh
required for participation
varied among participants
attracted attention
emphasized importance
gptkbp:participants multiple pilots
gptkbp:pilot_camaraderie fostered relationships
gptkbp:preceded_by gptkb:1935_Bendix_Race
gptkbp:public_interest high
gptkbp:public_perception influenced by media coverage
gptkbp:roscoe_turner famous aviator
gptkbp:route critical for success
New York to Los Angeles
gptkbp:safety discussed
highlighted issues
gptkbp:significance first major transcontinental air race
gptkbp:sponsor gptkb:Bendix_Corporation
gptkbp:sponsorship gptkb:corporate_sponsorships
gptkbp:start_location gptkb:New_York_City
gptkbp:type cross-country race
gptkbp:weather_conditions impactful
gptkbp:winner gptkb:Roscoe_Turner
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:1937_Bendix_Race
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6