Existing comment:
"The Steward offered each of us a little package containing gum and cotton for our ears in case the noise of the motors might bother us."
"Then the four motors started with a terrific roar and we taxied from the landing. The plane gathered speed at an amazing rate. Before we knew it we were in the air. The take-off was so smooth that those who had been at all afraid settled back with a look of relief bordering on amazement."
What Was It Like to Fly?
"We were carrying two extra passengers, making thirteen in all, which was two more than they had ever taken into Honolulu."
"As the plane gained altitude the cabin became very chilly. The men looked comical with hats and overcoats on and blankets wrapped around their feet. The Steward started serving dinner about seven o'clock and due to the large number of passengers did not finish until twelve o'clock." |