• The Route of the NCs Across the Atlantic
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    In 1919, three Curtiss flying boats, NC-1, NC-3, and NC-4, attempted to make the first transatlantic flight eight years before Charles Lindbergh became famous for crossing the Atlantic nonstop and alone. The NC-4 successfully completed the five-leg flight in 24 days. Navy destroyers were stationed along the route to guide the airplanes on their journey through night, fog, and rough seas.

  • The Route of the NCs Across the Atlantic

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