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Aviation Prize Fever Surges Worldwide in 1916
The article charts a booming year for aviation across America Europe and beyond with prizes totaling over 1.5 million dollars. It highlights the Chicago Aero Club cross country contest Edwin Gould prizes and large international incentives while noting progress in aircraft stability and the push toward aerial warfare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Europe
Japan
France
Chicago Aero Club
Harold F. McCormick
Aero Club of America
Automobile Club of America
Edwin Gould
New York
St. Louis
England
Great Britain
Germany
Italy
Russia
Belgium
Hawaii
China
Australia
India
South Africa
United States
Aerial Corps
Regular Army
New England