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Fokker FVIIa-3m VH-USU Southern Cross
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Fokker FVIIa-3m VH-USU Southern Cross
Fokker FVIIa-3m, VH-USU, Southern Cross
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This photograph showcases the historic Fokker FVIIa-3m, registration number VH-USU, affectionately known as the Southern Cross. The Fokker FVIIa-3m is a classic three-engine transport aircraft, manufactured by the Dutch Fokker Aircraft Company between 1924 and 1928. This particular aircraft, VH-USU, gained significant recognition for its role in Australian aviation history. The Southern Cross, as it came to be known, was the first aircraft to fly the entire length of the Australian mainland in 1928. Piloted by Captain Arthur Baird and Lieutenant John Moncrieff, this daring journey spanned over 15,000 miles (24,140 kilometers) and took 27 days to complete. The aircraft carried three passengers and a crew of two, making it an impressive feat of long-distance aviation. The Fokker FVIIa-3m, with its distinctive tri-motor configuration and elegant design, was an advanced aircraft for its time. Its three Wright Whirlwind J-5 engines provided ample power for the aircraft's long-range missions. This photograph captures the Southern Cross in its prime, standing proudly against a clear blue sky, ready for its next adventure. The Fokker FVIIa-3m, VH-USU, Southern Cross, remains an iconic part of Australian aviation history, symbolizing the spirit of exploration and innovation that characterized the early days of aviation. Today, it serves as a reminder of the incredible feats that were achieved in the face of seemingly insurmountable challenges.
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