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Monumental Navy landship visit inspires aviation praise
The author recalls a Navy sponsored flight aboard the 180 passenger Constitution from Indianapolis to Chicago with 116 guests. Descriptions highlight the ship as a milestone future airliner, noting its dimensions, power, and capabilities. The piece lauds Navy training, public outreach, and hopes for civic signs facing the sky for travelers.
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United States Navy
Indianapolis
Indiana
Chicago
Jess Readio
Navy
U. S. Navy
Los Angeles
Constitution
JRM
Hall L. Hibbard
Lockheed
Glenview Air Base
Municipal
Itam
W. Kinsley
USNR