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World's Biggest Plane to Cross Atlantic from Lisbon to New York
A future mission plans the Dornier Do-X, the largest flying ship, to carry passengers and mail from Lisbon to New York via Horta and Bermuda. Captain Chris Hansen forecasts multi leg journeys totaling about 44 to 50 hours. The Do-X, with 12 Curtiss conqueror engines delivering 7500 hp, features three decks and luxurious passenger space for 70, and includes a full engine room and wireless facilities.
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Lisbon
Portugal
New York
Charles A. Lindbergh
Atlantic
Horta
Azores
Hamilton
Bermuda
Chris, Hansen
Sever
Germany
Wich
Claude Dornier
Holland
Spain
Russia
Italy
Japan
Friedrichstaten