Year: 1927
Engine: Wright Whirlwind J-5
Horsepower: 200
Wingspan: 46 '
Top Speed: 112 mph (180 km/hr)
Gr. Weight: 5135 lbs (2329 kg)
Original/Reproduction: Reproduction
On May 21, 1927 Charles Lindbergh made history by becoming the first to fly an aircraft non-stop across the Atlantic Ocean in his Spirit of St. Louis. Lindbergh made the trip in 33 hours and 30 minutes and altered the way the world perceived aviation. He became an instant international hero and to this day is considered one of the most significant figures in aviation history.