first transcontinental flight

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gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:civil_aviation
gptkbp:air_traffic_control not established at the time
gptkbp:aircraft_operated gptkb:Vickers_Vimy
approximately 2,500 miles
considered a landmark event
inspired similar events worldwide
remains a significant part of aviation history.
spurred technological advancements
tested limits of aircraft capabilities
utilized advanced aircraft design
gptkbp:aviation_records set multiple records
gptkbp:celebrates anniversaries held annually
gptkbp:crew_capacity two
gptkbp:cultural_impact featured in books and films
gptkbp:date 1923
gptkbp:duration approximately 21 hours
gptkbp:flight_style marked a new era in aviation history
planned with military precision
gptkbp:fuel_economy high due to distance
gptkbp:fuel_type aviation gasoline
gptkbp:historical_context post-World War I aviation advancements
gptkbp:historical_significance paved the way for future aviation regulations
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label first transcontinental flight
gptkbp:impact increased interest in aviation
gptkbp:influenced commercial aviation development
gptkbp:inspired gptkb:civil_aviation
gptkbp:is_a_destination_for gptkb:San_Diego
gptkbp:is_organized_by gptkb:United_States_Army_Air_Service
gptkbp:landing_site gptkb:Rockwell_Field
gptkbp:legacy inspired future transcontinental flights
gptkbp:media_coverage received extensive media attention
gptkbp:navigation_system dead reckoning
gptkbp:notable_achievement demonstrated long-distance flight capability
gptkbp:notable_pilots gptkb:Charles_Lindbergh
highlighted need for specialized training
gptkbp:origin gptkb:New_York
gptkbp:post-flight_reception welcomed as a hero
gptkbp:public_perception increased fascination with flight
gptkbp:related_aircraft celebrated by aviation enthusiasts
gptkbp:related_event first transatlantic flight
gptkbp:route New York to San Diego
involved multiple stops
gptkbp:safety led to improved safety measures
prompted discussions on regulations
gptkbp:significance first nonstop flight across the United States
gptkbp:sponsorship gptkb:U._S._government
gptkbp:takeoff_site gptkb:Mitchel_Field
gptkbp:training influenced pilot training programs
gptkbp:type military flight
gptkbp:weather_conditions varied
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:DC-8-30
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6