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A tragedy marred the first stage of the flight of the Italian air armada of 24 flying
A tragedy marred the first stage of the flight of the Italian air armada of 24 flying boats led by General Balbo ( the Italian Air Minister ) to America - On arrival at Amsterdam from Ortobello near Rome one of the machines capsized killing one airman and injuring four others - the other 23 machines will continue the flight - the greatest formation flight ever attempted - photo shows planes of the Italian air armada lined up on the water at Amsterdam
July 1st 1998
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In a tragic turn of events, the first stage of the historic flight of the Italian air armada was marred by disaster. Led by General Balbo, the Italian Air Minister, a fleet of 24 flying boats embarked on an ambitious journey to America. However, upon their arrival at Amsterdam from Ortobello near Rome, tragedy struck. One of the magnificent machines capsized in a devastating accident that claimed the life of one brave airman and left four others injured. Despite this heartbreaking setback, determination prevailed among the remaining crew members as they resolved to continue their mission. Undeterred by grief and adversity, these courageous aviators were determined to complete what would become known as the greatest formation flight ever attempted. Captured in this poignant photograph is a solemn moment frozen in time. The planes of the Italian air armada are lined up on still waters at Amsterdam, awaiting their next leg towards America. Each aircraft stands as a testament to human resilience and unwavering spirit. This image serves as a reminder that even amidst tragedy and loss, hope can endure. It symbolizes both profound sorrow for those who have fallen and unyielding determination for those who press forward. As we gaze upon this snapshot from history's pages, let us honor those who sacrificed everything while celebrating mankind's indomitable will to conquer new frontiers against all odds.
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