What challenges did 'gobs' face in the early days of airmail service?
Seaplanes and airplanes deliver air mail in 1920s

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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They were not allowed to communicate with the ground.
They had to fly without proper equipment.
They could receive bail from girls in every port.
They had to navigate without maps.
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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By 1921, how long did it take for a letter to travel from New York City to San Francisco?
24 hours and 30 minutes
33 hours and 21 minutes
40 hours and 10 minutes
48 hours and 15 minutes
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was a significant achievement in airmail service by 1921?
Transcontinental airmail delivery became a reality
Establishment of airmail routes in Europe
Introduction of airmail stamps
Development of faster airplanes
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