It was a scaled-down, single-seat derivative of the Wright Model B designed specifically for exhibition flying [1] (hence the "EX" designation). [2] Two examples were built. One of …

The Tale of the Vin Fiz, a biography of Cal Rodgers and a history of the first flight across America. Part of the Wright Brothers Aeroplane Company, a virtual museum of pioneer aviation, the …

With only 60 hours in his logbook, compensated for by his bravado and self-confidence, Rodgers convinced Chicago meat packer J Ogden Armour to sponsor him in America's first flying …

Jun 24, 2021 · Flight of the Vin Fiz Marker. Inscription. The first transcontinental flight was completed in 1911 by Cal Rodgers, who learned to fly after only 90 minutes of instruction from …

Sep 15, 2016 · On November 12, 1911, Cal took off from Pasadena, California in front of a crowd of some 20,00 people (all recognizing the Vin Fiz logo), but a crash in Compton gave him a …

Nov 1, 2006 · The Armour Company sponsored Cal Rodgers’ cross-country flight to promote Vin Fiz, its new grape drink. He made the flight in a Wright Model EX biplane.

Jun 1, 2024 · “Vin Fiz” was the name of a new grape-flavored soft drink produced by the Armour Company of Chicago and was hailed as “refreshing and invigorating.” The new product, …

Sep 5, 2021 · Adventurer and newly-trained aviator Calbraith "Cal" Perry Rodgers sought sponsorship from the Armour Meatpacking Company to bankroll his attempt. In return, …

May 4, 2012 · In 1911, an inexperienced pilot named Cal Rodgers set out to become the first aviator to fly across the United States. His journey, an effort to promote a new grape drink …

On September 17, 1911, Calbraith Rogers departed Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn in an attempt to win a prize for the first transcontinental flight made in 30 days or less. Sponsored by a …