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 concussion and a twisted spine.

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 them—the Vin Fiz Flyer —in 1911 became the first aircraft to fly coast-to-coast across the U.S., a journey that took almost three months. [3]

Nov 1, 2006 · Displayed with the airplane is a collection of memorabilia connected with the flight, including an original Vin Fiz soda bottle. These displays are a reminder of the daring pilot who, against all odds, managed to crash his way across the United States.

Oct 1, 2007 · The image is believed to be Harriet Quimby, America’s first licensed woman pilot, who was on the air show circuit at the time the postcards were published. She was the only female pilot at the time to wear a purple satin jumpsuit. Unlike the original soda, the new Vin Fiz has been well received.

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 company promoting a new grape soda named "Vin Fiz."

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, Rodgers agreed to promote Armour's new grape-flavored soft drink called Vin Fiz.

Named for the Vin Fiz Flyer (itself, named after a new grape soda), the first plane to complete a transcontinental flight (ish), our Vin Fizz is sure to be a hit from coast to coast!

The Vin Fiz Company, a division of Armour Meat Packing Plant of Chicago, used Quimby to advertise the new grape soda, Vin Fiz, after the death of Calbraith Perry Rodgers in April 1912.

Mar 25, 2011 · A few years ago, some old aviation enthusiasts in New Hampshire brought out a new grape soda under the name Vin Fiz, but it appears they're willing to sell the trademark, if you're looking to...

Jul 10, 2022 · The brand chosen was the grape soda soft drink, Vin Fizz. For those who aren't familiar, and that's no doubt most of you. Vin Fizz was something akin to what grape Crush or Grape Fanta is...