US Airmail Silver Jubilee 25th Anniversary

The video celebrates the 25th anniversary of the United States Air Mail, highlighting the introduction of a new model helicopter in Washington, D.C. This helicopter is part of the Postal Service's new Air Mail pickup facility, enhancing communication for smaller towns. Igor Sikorsky witnesses the helicopter delivering mail to Washington airport. The video also reflects on Air Mail's growth since its first flight from Washington to New York, reaching 45 million pounds annually. Post-war, more helicopters will be used in mail service due to their maneuverability, under secret Army-Navy orders.

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