Charles Lindbergh and the Spirit of Saint Louis

In 1927, Charles Lindbergh won the Orteig Prize by flying nonstop from New York to Paris. He built the Spirit of Saint Louis with the help of local businessmen and the Ryan Aeronautical Company. Lindbergh prioritized fuel capacity and minimized weight by omitting non-essential equipment. After a record-setting test flight, he embarked on his transatlantic journey, overcoming challenges like fatigue. Upon landing in Paris, he was celebrated as a hero, known as 'Lucky Lindy'. His success was attributed to meticulous preparation and the best available technology.

Who organized the contest for a nonstop flight from New York to Paris?

• Charles Lindbergh

• Raymond Orte

• Missouri Businessmen

• Ryan Aeronautical Company

What was the primary focus in the design of the Spirit of Saint Louis?

• Aesthetic Design

• Fuel Capacity

• Speed

• Passenger Comfort

What record did Lindbergh set during his test flight?

• Longest Nonstop Flight

• First Solo Flight

• Fastest Atlantic Crossing

• New Transcontinental Record

What was one of Lindbergh's biggest concerns during his transatlantic flight?

• Running out of fuel

• Engine failure

• Falling asleep

• Getting lost

What nickname was given to Charles Lindbergh after his successful flight?

• Lucky Lindy

• Charming Charlie

• Sky King

• Atlantic Flyer