Release Date: 2015-07-24
Runtime: 57
Languages: English
Rating: N/A
Votes: 0
Genres: Documentary
Director: Kara Martinelli
Description: The first Women’s Air Derby was flown in 1929 with brave women making history by breaking into a competition that was thought to be for men only. They encountered sabotage, death, and all the difficul...The first Women’s Air Derby was flown in 1929 with brave women making history by breaking into a competition that was thought to be for men only. They encountered sabotage, death, and all the difficulties of flying at the dawn of aviation. Today the Powder Puff Derby continues as the Air Race Classic. The modern-day racers carry out the legacy of the original racers with their adventurous spirit.Read More
Production Companies:
Hemlock Films
Western Reserve PBS