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Six decades in the air: flight attendant retires after a 66-year career at Delta
us1 month ago

Six decades in the air: flight attendant retires after a 66-year career at Delta

Delta Air Lines’ Joan Prince Crandall, likely the industry’s longest-serving flight attendant, retires after more than 66 years in the skies, beginning in 1959 with Pacific Airlines and witnessing the profession’s shift from stewardess to flight attendant, the jet age, and landmark changes like the Civil Rights Act. She’ll pass the torch to a new generation, including trainee Alise Broussard, and plans to write a book and continue traveling.

via CNN|
#aviation-history#civil-rights-act#delta-air-lines
F-4 Phantom II: NASA’s Versatile Sky Laboratory for Aerodynamics and Sonic Booms
aviation-history3 months ago

F-4 Phantom II: NASA’s Versatile Sky Laboratory for Aerodynamics and Sonic Booms

NASA’s Flight Research Center used variants of the McDonnell F-4 Phantom II from 1965 to the mid-1980s for a range of research, including biomedical monitoring flights with instrumented pilots (and monkeys), sonic-boom experiments near Ely, Nevada, and later spanwise blowing studies on the F-4C to probe boundary-layer control and lift, illustrating the aircraft’s versatility before returning to the U.S. Air Force.

via Vintage Aviation News|
#aerodynamics#aviation-history#biomedical-research
Remembering Fred Smith: The Visionary Behind FedEx's Success
business1 year ago

Remembering Fred Smith: The Visionary Behind FedEx's Success

Fred Smith founded FedEx in 1973, transforming it from a small startup into the world's largest cargo airline through strategic aircraft acquisitions, innovative fleet management, and industry advocacy, until his death at age 80. The company now employs over 500,000 people, operates a vast fleet, and facilitates global commerce, with Smith's hands-on leadership and vision being central to its success.

via FreightWaves|
#air-cargo#aviation-history#business
World's Longest-Serving Flight Attendant Bette Nash Dies at 88
obituary2 years ago

World's Longest-Serving Flight Attendant Bette Nash Dies at 88

Bette Nash, the longest-serving flight attendant with a 67-year career, has died at 88. Starting in 1957 with Eastern Air Lines, Nash witnessed significant changes in the airline industry while maintaining a warm and friendly presence. She was recognized by Guinness World Records for her lengthy service and as the oldest active flight attendant. Nash's dedication to her job and passengers made her a beloved figure in aviation.

via The Washington Post|
#american-airlines#aviation-history#bette-nash
World's Longest-Serving Flight Attendant Bette Nash Dies at 88
obituaries2 years ago

World's Longest-Serving Flight Attendant Bette Nash Dies at 88

Bette Nash, the world's longest-serving flight attendant, has died at age 88. Nash began her career in 1957 and worked for nearly seven decades, earning a Guinness World Record in 2022. She was known for her dedication and warmth, particularly on shuttle flights between Washington and Boston. Nash passed away in hospice care following a recent breast cancer diagnosis. American Airlines and the Association of Professional Flight Attendants have both paid tribute to her remarkable career and legacy.

via NPR|
#american-airlines#aviation-history#bette-nash
World's Longest-Serving Flight Attendant Bette Nash Dies at 88
obituary2 years ago

World's Longest-Serving Flight Attendant Bette Nash Dies at 88

Bette Nash, the world's longest-serving flight attendant, passed away at age 88 after nearly 67 years of service. She began her career with Eastern Airlines in 1957 and continued with American Airlines after a merger. Nash, who was based in Washington, D.C., chose routes that allowed her to care for her son with Down syndrome. She passed away in hospice care following a breast cancer diagnosis, but never officially retired. American Airlines honored her legacy on social media.

via KOMO News|
#american-airlines#aviation-history#bette-nash
"New Discovery: Potential Amelia Earhart Plane Wreckage Unearthed"
historyexploration2 years ago

"New Discovery: Potential Amelia Earhart Plane Wreckage Unearthed"

A team of underwater archaeologists and marine robotics experts with Deep Sea Vision believes they may have found a clue that could bring closure to the mystery of Amelia Earhart's disappearance, spotting an anomaly in the Pacific Ocean resembling a small aircraft using sonar imaging. The anomaly, located more than 16,000 feet underwater, could potentially be Earhart's Lockheed 10-E Electra. However, experts caution that further investigation is needed to confirm whether the object is indeed the missing plane, and the proximity of the anomaly to Howland Island, where Earhart was expected to land, adds to the intrigue.

via CNN|
#amelia-earhart#aviation-history#deep-sea-vision
"New Discovery: Potential Finding of Amelia Earhart's Plane Sparks Debate Among Experts"
science2 years ago

"New Discovery: Potential Finding of Amelia Earhart's Plane Sparks Debate Among Experts"

A robotics company claims to have found a sonar image showing what they believe to be Amelia Earhart's long-lost plane at the bottom of the Pacific Ocean, near Howland Island. However, experts remain skeptical, stating that it's too early to confirm the discovery. The image, captured by Deep Sea Vision, shows a plane with distinctive fin stabilizers and dimensions similar to Earhart's Lockheed 10-E Electra, but the precise location has not been disclosed.

via The New York Times|
#amelia-earhart#aviation-history#deep-sea-vision
"New Discovery: Amelia Earhart's Long-Lost Plane Wreckage Found in Pacific"
history2 years ago

"New Discovery: Amelia Earhart's Long-Lost Plane Wreckage Found in Pacific"

After a 90-day expedition, Tony Romeo and his team believe they have discovered Amelia Earhart's missing plane at a depth of 16,000 feet near Howland Island. Sonar images show what Romeo is "certain" is the wreckage of Earhart's plane, backed by the Scripps Institute and the Smithsonian. The discovery could solve one of the greatest mysteries in aviation history, and Romeo plans to return for further exploration and confirmation of the find.

via Fox News|
#amelia-earhart#aviation-history#deep-sea-exploration
Possible Discovery of Amelia Earhart's Plane by Deep-Sea Exploration Team
historyexploration2 years ago

Possible Discovery of Amelia Earhart's Plane by Deep-Sea Exploration Team

Deep-sea exploration company Deep Sea Vision believes it has found Amelia Earhart's plane, the Lockheed 10-E Electra, in the Pacific Ocean based on sonar images taken 5,000 meters below the surface. The founder, Tony Romeo, has spent $11 million on the search and plans to return for better images. The discovery could potentially solve the mystery of Earhart's disappearance in 1937, which has led to various conspiracy theories and failed searches over the years. If confirmed, the relatively intact state of the plane suggests a gentle landing on the water, supporting the theory that Earhart attempted to land the aircraft after running out of fuel.

via Los Angeles Times|
#amelia-earhart#aviation-history#deep-sea-exploration
Possible Discovery of Amelia Earhart's Lost Plane in Deep Ocean
historyexploration2 years ago

Possible Discovery of Amelia Earhart's Lost Plane in Deep Ocean

A marine robotics company claims to have captured a sonar image of what is believed to be the aircraft aviator Amelia Earhart flew before her disappearance, providing a potential clue to one of the greatest mysteries of the 20th century. The discovery, made in the Pacific Ocean, supports the Date Line theory, suggesting that Earhart's navigator miscalculated the navigation by forgetting to turn back the date, leading to a westward navigational error. The CEO of the company hopes the findings can help answer questions regarding Earhart's disappearance almost a century ago.

via KWCH|
#amelia-earhart#aviation-history#deep-ocean-exploration