""Smithy's"" Ordeal:

The video recounts a dramatic aviation event involving Mr. and Mrs. Sopwith, Sir Charles, Captain Taylor, and Smithy. After taking off from Mascot, the crew faces mechanical failures mid-flight, forcing them to turn back. Bill Taylor's quick actions help save the flight. Despite the challenges, the crew returns safely and is celebrated for their bravery and skill.

What were Mr. and Mrs. Sopwith doing while the gale was still blowing?

• Repairing the engine

• Surveying the damage

• Loading the mail

• Flying the plane

What forced Smithy to turn back during the flight?

• A storm

• A broken wing

• Running out of fuel

• A shattered propeller

How did Bill Taylor contribute to the crew's survival?

• By repairing the radio

• By dumping the cargo

• By flying the plane

• By transferring oil to the engine

What was the crowd's reaction upon the crew's return to Mascot?

• They were disappointed

• They were indifferent

• They demanded a refund

• They acclaimed the crew

Who is celebrated as the world's greatest airman in the transcript?

• Sir Charles

• John Stannage

• Bill Taylor

• Smithy