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Col Roscoe Turner in his Wedell-Williams Special Racer
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Col Roscoe Turner in his Wedell-Williams Special Racer
Col Roscoe Turner in his Wedell-Williams Special Racer after arriving in New York from Burbank, California in 10 hours 2 minutes and 51 seconds, breaking his own West-East record
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Arriving Breaking Burbank California Hours Minutes Racer Roscoe Seconds Special Turner Williams
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In this photograph, Col. Roscoe Turner proudly stands next to his record-breaking Wedell-Williams Special Racer, having just arrived in New York City from Burbank, California in an astonishing 10 hours, 2 minutes, and 51 seconds. The year was 1937, and aviation was pushing the boundaries of what was thought possible. Col. Turner, a renowned American aviator and record-setting pilot, is seen with a confident and triumphant expression, his eyes gleaming with the thrill of his latest achievement. The sleek and innovative Wedell-Williams Special Racer, a streamlined monoplane with an enclosed cockpit, sits majestically behind him, its wings reflecting the shine of the water at the edge of the runway. This photograph captures a pivotal moment in the history of aviation, as Col. Turner had not only broken his own West-East transcontinental speed record but had also demonstrated the potential of advanced aircraft design and engineering. The Wedell-Williams Special Racer, designed by renowned aircraft engineer Lloyd Stearman, was a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the era's aviation pioneers. The image of Col. Turner and his Wedell-Williams Special Racer arriving in New York City represents the spirit of adventure and progress that defined the golden age of aviation. It serves as a reminder of the incredible feats that could be accomplished through innovation, perseverance, and the relentless pursuit of speed and efficiency in the skies.
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