First trip to the north pole by Bird and Bennett, 1926

Naval officer Floyd Bennett, alongside Bird, became the first to reach the North Pole by air. Their journey, which began on May 9th from the Spitsbergen Islands, was the result of meticulous planning and hard work by the ground crew. Despite facing engine trouble, they safely completed the flight in just over seven hours, marking a significant achievement in aviation history.

Who was the first person to reach the North Pole by air?

• Charles Lindbergh

• Floyd Bennett

• Amelia Earhart

• Richard Byrd

What was a key factor in the success of the North Pole flight?

• The support from the Norwegian government

• The favorable weather conditions

• The meticulous planning and preparation by the ground crew

• The use of a new aircraft model

From where did Bird and Bennett take off for their North Pole journey?

• Alaska

• Greenland

• Iceland

• Spitsbergen Islands

What challenge did Bird and Bennett face during their flight?

• Severe weather conditions

• Engine trouble

• Fuel shortage

• Loss of navigation

What was the duration of Bird and Bennett's flight to the North Pole?

• More than 10 hours

• Exactly 8 hours

• A little more than 7 hours

• Less than 5 hours