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From 14-18 November 1932 Amy Johnson, CBE flew her new de Havilland DH
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From 14-18 November 1932 Amy Johnson, CBE flew her new de Havilland DH
From 14-18 November 1932 Amy Johnson, CBE flew her new de Havilland DH.80A Puss Moth, registration G-ACAB, from Lympne Aerodrome, London, England, to Cape Town, South Africa, a distance of approximately 6, 300 miles (10, 140 kilometers) in a total elapsed time of 4 days, 6 hours, 54 minutes. This broke the previous record which had been set by her husband, Jim Mollison, by 10 hours, 28 minutes.
Pictured here is Amy Mollison, waving to the crowds from the back of an open car upon arrival at Croydon Aerodrome on the return flight the following month.
18th December 1932
Daily Mirror
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Media ID 21746022
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In this photo print, we witness the remarkable achievement of Amy Johnson, CBE, as she breaks records and pushes the boundaries of early flight. From 14-18 November 1932, Amy embarked on an extraordinary journey from Lympne Aerodrome in London to Cape Town, South Africa. Piloting her new de Havilland DH. 80A Puss Moth aircraft with registration G-ACAB, she covered a staggering distance of approximately 6,300 miles (10,140 kilometers) in just 4 days, 6 hours, and 54 minutes. Amy's incredible feat shattered the previous record set by her own husband Jim Mollison by an impressive margin of 10 hours and 28 minutes. This photograph captures the triumphant moment upon her return to Croydon Aerodrome on December 18th, where Amy can be seen waving graciously to adoring crowds from the back of an open car. As a pioneering aviatrix and female pilot during a time when such accomplishments were rare for women in aviation history; Amy Johnson's courage and determination continue to inspire generations even today. Her unwavering spirit propelled her into the annals of flight history as she fearlessly pushed boundaries and broke barriers. This image is not just a testament to one woman's extraordinary achievements but also serves as a reminder that dreams know no bounds when fueled by passion and perseverance.
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