What was the name of Rodgers' famous flight?
The Eagle Journey
The Cross-Country Leap
The Soaring Quest
The Vin Fiz Flight
Answer
The Vin Fiz Flight, also known as the Great Los Angeles-to-New York Air Race, was a cross-country flight conducted in 1911 by Calbraith Perry Rodgers in a Wright Model EX biplane sponsored by the Vin Fiz grape soda company. The race was a significant event in early aviation, capturing public interest and demonstrating the potential of airplanes for long-distance travel.
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