Clipper seaplanes similar to the crashed Samoan Clipper

A sister craft of a large ocean vessel explodes and crashes, resulting in the death of seven people. The craft was on a routine trip to New Zealand when it encountered trouble, including an oil leak and fire, marking the first disaster in the history of the Pacific Clippers. The world mourns the loss of the Clippers' crew, and Captain Music is remembered as one of aviation's greats.

What was the destination of the ocean giant before it crashed?

• Australia

• New Zealand

• Hawaii

• Fiji

Who was in control of the craft when the trouble began?

• Captain Smith

• Captain Music

• Captain Brown

• Captain Johnson

What was the first sign of trouble reported by the radio?

• Oil leak

• Weather disturbance

• Engine failure

• Navigation error

What was the significance of the disaster in the history of the Pacific Clippers?

• It was the last disaster

• It was the first disaster

• It was the largest disaster

• It was the most expensive disaster

How is Captain Music described in the context of aviation?

• A retired aviator

• One of aviation's truly great

• An aviation enthusiast

• A novice pilot