Mac Robertson Air Race 1935

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:television_series
gptkbp:aircraft_operated gptkb:Southern_Cross
high performance
biplanes
long range
monoplanes
reliable engines
gptkbp:cultural_impact inspired aviation enthusiasts
gptkbp:distance 11,000 miles
gptkbp:duration 70 hours
gptkbp:event_type gptkb:sports_event
gptkbp:events several weeks
one-time event
advancements in aircraft design
enhanced pilot skills
greater public awareness of aviation
increased aviation interest
gptkbp:finale_date gptkb:Melbourne
gptkbp:first_flight November 1935
October 20, 1934
gptkbp:first_race public interest in aviation
celebrations in Melbourne
gptkbp:fuel_capacity necessary
gptkbp:historical_context gptkb:Great_Depression
gptkbp:historical_significance pioneering event in aviation history
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Mac Robertson Air Race 1935
gptkbp:innovation improved navigation systems
gptkbp:involved_countries international
gptkbp:is_a_route_for gptkb:Melbourne
gptkb:Singapore
gptkb:Karachi
gptkb:Darwin
gptkb:Calcutta
London to Melbourne
gptkbp:launch_site gptkb:Borough
gptkbp:legacy inspired future air races
gptkbp:media_coverage extensive
gptkbp:navigation_system limited technology
gptkbp:notable_members gptkb:Tom_Campbell_Black
gptkb:C._W._A._Scott
gptkb:Jean_Batten
gptkbp:notable_winners gptkb:television_series
gptkbp:prize_money 10,000 pounds
gptkbp:safety_features high risk
promoted long-distance flight
gptkbp:significance first long-distance air race
gptkbp:sponsor gptkb:Mac_Robertson's_Confectionery
gptkbp:weather_conditions varied
gptkbp:winner gptkb:Sir_Charles_Kingsford_Smith
gptkbp:year gptkb:1935
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Mac_Robertson_Air_Race
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4