The Mercury / Maia Flight Combination

The video discusses the Mercury seaplane, designed for transatlantic mail delivery. It was part of a unique combination with the Maya flying boat. The Mercury could not take off unaided due to its heavy load but could fly unassisted once at cruising speed. The first and only transatlantic flight took place in July 1938, from Ireland to New York, taking over 20 hours. The crew was celebrated upon arrival, marking a significant achievement in aviation history.

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