""HUSTLER"" IN A HURRY

""HUSTLER"" IN A HURRY

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Interactive Video

History

KG - University

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The video discusses the American B-58 Hustler bomber's record-breaking flight from Fort Worth, Texas, to Paris, which aimed to significantly reduce the time of Lindbergh's transatlantic flight. Major William Payne led the crew on this mission, achieving an average speed of over 1,100 miles per hour. The flight path included stops in Washington and New York, and the journey to Paris took just over three hours. The video concludes with a look at the future of supersonic airliners.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary goal of the B-58 Hustler bomber's flight?

To test new aviation technology

To break a speed record to Paris

To conduct a military exercise

To transport cargo to Europe

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the pilot leading the B-58 Hustler's record-breaking flight?

Major William Payne

Charles Lindbergh

Amelia Earhart

Howard Hughes

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the average speed achieved by the B-58 Hustler during its flight?

1,500 miles per hour

1,300 miles per hour

1,100 miles per hour

900 miles per hour

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long did it take for the B-58 Hustler to reach Paris?

Four hours, 10 minutes

Two hours, 45 minutes

Five hours, 30 minutes

Three hours, 19 minutes, 41 seconds

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What future aviation development is hinted at in the transcript?

Electric airplanes

Supersonic airliners

Space tourism

Drone delivery systems