PIONEER PILOTS HONOURED

The video discusses the historical significance of the Vickers Vimy biplane, which made a pioneering flight from Britain to Australia in 1919. A memorial in Adelaide honors the four men who undertook this daring journey. The video highlights the challenges faced during the flight and the eventual success, which led to the Smith brothers being knighted.

What was the significance of the Vickers Vimy biplane?

• It was used in World War I.

• It was the fastest plane of its time.

• It made flying history by traveling to Australia.

• It was the first plane to fly over the Atlantic.

Who among the following was not part of the pioneering flight to Australia?

• Charles Lindbergh

• J.M. Bennett

• Sir Keith Smith

• Sir Ross Smith

What was a significant memory for Mr. Shears from the flight?

• The airfield in Britain in 1919

• The first flight over the Pacific

• The invention of the jet engine

• The first commercial flight

How long did the flight from Britain to Australia take?

• 28 days

• 60 days

• 40 days

• 14 days

What honor was bestowed upon the Smith brothers after their successful flight?

• They were awarded the Nobel Prize.

• They were knighted.

• They received the Medal of Honor.

• They were given a lifetime supply of fuel.