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Curtiss Robin J-1 Deluxe, 1928-1930. Creator: Curtiss Aeroplane and Motor Company
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Curtiss Robin J-1 Deluxe, 1928-1930. Creator: Curtiss Aeroplane and Motor Company
108E. Three-seat light cabin monoplane. The Key brothers set an endurance record of 653 hours and 34 minutes, June 4-July 1, 1935 in the Robin. Wright J-6-5 engine. High-wing, tailwheel design. In 1935, this Curtiss Robin established a world record for sustained flight, using air-to-air refueling. After two unsucessful attempts the year before, Fred and Algene Key took Ole Miss up from Meridian, Mississippi on June 4 and did not touch the ground again until July 1, for a total time in the air of 653 hours and 34 minutes, or 27 days. During the flight, the Keys received fuel and supplies 432 times from another aircraft. They braved severe thunderstorms and an electrical fire in the cabin before returning to a safe landing in Meridian. The Curtiss Robin series was produced in the late 1920s and early 1930s as a 3-plane general aviation aircraft. Ole Miss varies from a typical Curtiss Robin by virtue of modifications made for the flight, including a new fuel tank, engine servicing catwalk, and a sliding top hatch for receiving supplies in flight
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This print showcases the remarkable Curtiss Robin J-1 Deluxe, a three-seat light cabin monoplane that left an indelible mark on aviation history. Created by the renowned Curtiss Aeroplane and Motor Company between 1928 and 1930, this high-wing, tailwheel design aircraft was truly ahead of its time. However, it was in June 1935 that the Curtiss Robin made headlines around the world when Fred and Algene Key embarked on a daring endurance flight. Taking off from Meridian, Mississippi on June 4th, they soared through the skies for an astonishing total of 653 hours and 34 minutes – a staggering feat lasting over 27 days without touching ground. What makes their achievement even more extraordinary is that during this record-breaking flight, known as "Ole Miss" they received fuel and supplies an incredible 432 times from another aircraft using air-to-air refueling. The Keys faced numerous challenges along the way including severe thunderstorms and even an electrical fire inside their cabin. The modifications made to Ole Miss specifically for this historic journey are evident in this photograph. From a new fuel tank to an engine servicing catwalk and sliding top hatch for mid-flight supply deliveries - every detail was carefully considered to ensure their success. The Curtiss Robin series itself played a significant role in general aviation during its production years. However, it is undoubtedly Ole Miss's awe-inspiring endurance record that forever etches its name into aviation lore. This print serves as both a testament to human ingenuity and perseverance while honoring the pioneering spirit of those who dared to push boundaries above the clouds.
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