The 1920s Aviation Boom: The Birth of Commercial Aviation

This documentary charts the aviation boom of the 1920s, when the wartime advances of the previous decade gave rise to commercial flight. It shows how faster journeys and airmail began connecting countries and shrinking the world. The film captures the optimism and rapid progress of a new age of passenger travel. It is an engaging watch for anyone interested in aviation history and the birth of commercial flying. Free to watch in HD on Dr Documentary.

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