Hunter Brothers Aviation World Endurance Flyers 1930 Original Press Pass Aviator For Sale

Hunter Brothers Aviation Endurance Flyers 1930 Los Angeles Original Press Pass - A very rare piece of Aviation history measuring approx 2x7 inches in Fair/Good ConditionIn 1930, the Hunter brothers—John, Albert, Walter, and Kenneth—gained fame for their record-setting endurance flight. Flying a modified Stinson SM-1 Detroiter named "City of Chicago," they aimed to demonstrate the potential for continuous flight. The brothers took off from Sky Harbor Airport in Northbrook, Illinois, on June 11, 1930. Through a series of in-flight refueling maneuvers, they managed to stay aloft for an unprecedented 23 days, covering 553 hours and 41 minutes before landing on July 4, 1930. The refueling was carried out by another aircraft, which transferred fuel, food, and supplies. This flight captivated public imagination and highlighted advancements in aviation technology and techniques. The Hunter brothers' endurance feat set a world record and remains a significant achievement in the history of aviation. We are gradually releasing from our historic archives original photographs, negatives, transparency, slides, movie posters, magazines, books, press books, pins, autographs, trading cards, pressbadges and other rare collectors items.