The Aviation Industry: A Study of Underlying Trends

Philadelphia, PA: The Curtis Publishing Co., 1930. First? Edition. First? Printing. 176, illus. (some color), diagrams, usual library markings, boards somewhat soiled & edges worn, fr flylf edge trimmed approx. 1.5" In July 1929, the Curtis Publishing Company bought a trimotored plane, fitted it as a flying office and engaged as pilot Lieutenant A. W. Gorton of the United States Navy. With the plane, representatives of the Commercial Research Division flew 207 hours--about 20, 387 miles--entering every section of the country and inteviewing leading manufacturers, distributors, airport managers, and other leaders in aviation. This is an extremely scarce commercial and economic analysis. Condition: fair, ex-lib.

Keywords: Aviation, Flying, Lighter-Than-Air, Heavier-Than-Air, Airports, Aerial Photography, Air Services, Curtis Publishing, Commercial Analysis

[Book #40398]

Price: $225.00