In a daring stunt that left Wichita airport officials stunned, Capt. Ira Eaker landed his Lockheed Altair monoplane in the city, en route to New York, in a bid to break the record for the fastest transcontinental flight. The audacious air pirate, who had set off from California just five hours and 51 minutes prior, had already made significant gains, leaving behind his competitor, Capt. Frank Hawks, who still held the record of 12 hours, 25 minutes, and 3 seconds.
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Key Facts
- State: National
- Category: Violent Crime
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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