AVIATION
HINCKLER'S INITIAL SUCCESS, THE EXPERTS ASTONISHED. (By Telegraph.—Press Asmi,— Copyright.) (Australian and N.Z. Cable Association). LONDON, June 3. (Received June 4, 5.25 p.m.i Aviation circle.' are astonished at the success of Hinckicr’s Turin flight. They regard it as cue of the most remarkable in the history of flying, in view of the size of his aeroplane, which is only equipped with a 35 horse-power engine. The newspaper The Aeroplane says that Hinckler is a very - due navigator. He invented one of the cleverest speed and drift indicators yet produced. He is also an exceptional pilot, full of pluck and determination and unflagging cheerfulness. He has a due war record. Ha came to England at his own expense and joined the Royal Naval A;r Force. His service included anti-Zep-pelin work and scouting in French and Italian waters.
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Southland Times, Issue 18840, 5 June 1920, Page 5
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137AVIATION Southland Times, Issue 18840, 5 June 1920, Page 5
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