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On May 20th 1927, the Spirit of St Louis took off in NYC. Grandpa's design now hangs in the Smithsonian. Donate Donald Hall's role, #photos #art #az
DID YOU KNOW? This story was almost lost forever. DID YOU KNOW? This story was almost lost forever. Donald A. Hall designed the Spirit of St. Louis: history forgot him, just like so many kids today are overlooked. 🕰️✈️ At Flying Over Time, we believe every kid's creativity deserves a chance to SOAR! Your donation fuels hands-on aviation programs, making sure nobody gets forgotten. Keep history and opportunity alive: support future aviators! 🎉 Get our exclusive t-shirt & help ignite dreams: [link in bio] 🚀 Join the movement: skool.com/flying #SpiritOfStLouis #AviationHistory #ForgottenButNotGone #KidsCanFly #STEMeducation #Donate #GiveBack #WomeninAviationInternational #IamWAI #WeAreWAI #InspireTheFuture
🚀 DID YOU KNOW?! Nearly 100 years ago, Donald Hall 🚀 DID YOU KNOW?! Nearly 100 years ago, Donald Hall engineered the Spirit of St. Louis in JUST 60 DAYS: using paper, slide rulers, pencils, and pure genius! Hall’s "low-tech" engineering hacks would totally blow today’s tech-loving minds! Here at Flying Over Time, we believe learning should get your hands dirty ✈️: just like Donald Hall’s! Shoutout to ALL the girls breaking boundaries in aviation STEM: you belong in the hangar, cockpit, or control tower! Aircraft and airports are our favorite classrooms: every rivet and runway sparks innovation. Ready to build, invent, and FLY? Join our hands-on adventures: skool.com/flying #GirlsInAviation #WomeninAviationInternational #IamWAI #WeAreWAI #STEM #AviationEducation #SpiritAndCreator #FlyingOverTime
DID YOU KNOW?! 🌬️✈️ When Lindbergh soared across t DID YOU KNOW?! 🌬️✈️ When Lindbergh soared across the Atlantic in 1927, he and his engineer had NO IDEA about the jet stream or westerly winds cruising at 100+ mph above! These high-altitude power boosts: totally mysterious back then: helped shave HOURS off his 40-hr flight math, making history faster than anyone thought possible. Nearly lost to history, it was nature: not just engineering: that gave the Spirit of St. Louis its legendary edge! Help us keep inspiring future aviators and discover more aviation secrets! Support our centennial programs at skool.com/flying and snag our exclusive T-shirt fundraiser! 🚀💙 #FlyingOverTime #SpiritOfStLouis #AviationHistory #WeAreWAI #WomeninAviationInternational #IamWAI #AviationEducation #STEM #Innovate #Fundraiser #LindberghLegacy
Did you know the incredible story of the Spirit of Did you know the incredible story of the Spirit of St. Louis was nearly lost forever: until a family trunk was discovered in Sedona in 1999?! That trunk held photos and documents from Donald Hall, the forgotten chief designer, and the original engineering team! This year marks the 100th anniversary of their record-breaking flight, but here’s why it truly matters for today’s kids: 🌟 The men in this 1927 "team selfie" proved young dreamers from ANY background could revolutionize aviation using teamwork and bold ideas. 🌟 Donald Hall’s story reminds us: you don’t have to fit the mold to make history. Your creativity and curiosity can take flight: just like theirs! Let’s inspire the next century of pilots, engineers, and innovators. Tag a young dreamer who belongs in aviation! 🚀✈️💙 #IamWAI #WomeninAviationInternational #WeAreWAI #Spirit100 #STEMeducation #AviationHistory #FlyingOverTime #YoungDreamers
DID YOU KNOW?! The Spirit of St. Louis: built for DID YOU KNOW?! The Spirit of St. Louis: built for Charles Lindbergh's nonstop flight: had NO front windshield! 🚀👀 Donald Hall engineered this icon for SPEED and RANGE, not comfort. Pilots today would be SHOCKED! Instead, Lindbergh peered out the side window and a tiny periscope to guide his historic journey across the Atlantic. ✈️🕵️‍♂️ Why such risky choices? Every ounce saved meant extra fuel for those 33 wild hours over the ocean! The controls? Simplified. The cockpit? Cramped. The result? Aviation history made possible by creative, fearless problem-solving. 🎉 BLACK FRIDAY ALERT! ❤️ Support young aviators and get inspired: Grab our limited edition Spirit of St. Louis T-shirt now! 👉 Purchase here: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/PGLNCH8UGDSG8 Tag a future pilot or your aviation crew: share this post to keep the spirit flying! 💡✈️ #FlyingOverTime #AviationHistory #SpiritOfStLouis #STEM #Innovation #WomeninAviationInternational #IamWAI #WeAreWAI #BlackFriday #FutureAviator #AviationWonder #EngineeringHeroes
Did you know? Nearly lost to history, the legacy o Did you know? Nearly lost to history, the legacy of Donald A. Hall: engineer of Lindbergh's Spirit of St. Louis: now empowers the next generation to FLY! ✈️🚀 This Black Friday, shop with PURPOSE! When you buy our limited-edition aviation T-shirt, you're not just gifting history: you’re fueling dreams. Every purchase funds hands-on STEM education, drone classes, and real-world engineering challenges for curious kids and future pilots. Why settle for ordinary gifts? Give the holiday season lift-off and help us open doors for tomorrow’s aviators and innovators! Shop, share, and make a difference today! 🛒 Get yours here: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/PGLNCH8UGDSG8 ✨ Tag us with your T-shirt! We’d love to see your aviation spirit soar! #WomeninAviationInternational #IamWAI #WeAreWAI #BlackFriday #ShopWithPurpose #STEMeducation #AviationHistory #FutureEngineers #GiftOfFlight #HolidayGiving
Here’s a slice of aviation history you might not k Here’s a slice of aviation history you might not know: The legendary Spirit of St. Louis was BUILT in San Diego, designed by Donald A. Hall and his brilliant team in just 60 days! 🚀 But its iconic name pays tribute to the St. Louis investors from Missouri who believed in Charles Lindbergh’s dream and funded the daring transatlantic flight. ✈️🌎 It’s a story of teamwork, innovation, and two cities that made aviation history possible! At Flying Over Time, we bring these stories to life and fuel the next generation of aviators. 💡 Support aviation education & show your love for STEM: GET your limited edition aviation t-shirt now! 👉 https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/PGLNCH8UGDSG8 #AviationHistory #SpiritOfStLouis #SanDiego #Missouri #STEMeducation #FlyingOverTime #Aviation #Innovation #SupportNonprofit
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You’re the Keeper of Stories. You carry generatio You’re the Keeper of Stories. You carry generations of wisdom, struggle, and love inside you. Now it’s time to pass it forward. Trust me... It took me years to figure out what exactly these photographs meant, within the right context. I've created a workbook to help you start.... But you need to join my new community on Skool OR send me a DM here. The Heritage Story Forge Workbook is your first step to preserve the stories your family will never forget. ✨ Guided prompts ✨ Emotional connection ✨ A legacy that lasts Start now—because your story deserves to be told. Https://www.skool.com/heritage #LegacyStories #HeirloomWisdom #HeritageStoryForge #FamilyHistory #TellYourStory
Lindbergh and the Spirit of ST. Louis arriving in Lindbergh and the Spirit of ST. Louis arriving in England after touring Europe in 1927. This moment was directly after the successful flight from NYC to Paris in 33 1/2 hours.
1927: Frank Mahoney bet his company on Lindbergh & 1927: Frank Mahoney bet his company on Lindbergh & Hall, despite being 4th place. Why? He was a shrewd judge of character & a poker player. He saw their potential. Risk paid off. Would you have taken the bet?? #spiritofstlouis #aviationhistory #risk #leadership
The Power of Family Legacy 🔑 Imagine stumbling ac The Power of Family Legacy 🔑 Imagine stumbling across something in your garage that changes your entire life. 💭 That’s exactly what happened when I opened a rusted chest and discovered the Spirit of St. Louis blueprints, letters, and rare photos. 📷✈️ It wasn’t just history; it was my family’s legacy staring me in the face. 💥 What's story is staring YOU in the face! 🫵 What if your history holds the key to your future? 🔑 You can't wait. What if the past is waiting for you to uncover it? 🔍 @therickwilson @vwendyyang @phxdistrictt8 @brilliantbookscoaching @lyledillieart @10x_unicorn @iamannex
Everyone, I wanted to give you a personal invite t Everyone, I wanted to give you a personal invite to our Skool community (Skool.com/flying). It's where the history project's community is going – classes, NFTs, #spirit100, etc. Hope to see you there!
Get ready for a surprise with Grandfather's photos Get ready for a surprise with Grandfather's photos. Share your favorite family selfie below #flyingovertime #spirit100 #donaldahall #asu #arizona #photography #selfie #vintage
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This is one of the most famous photographs taken o This is one of the most famous photographs taken of Charles Lindbergh. This photograph was taken in 1927 in the month of February when the race was still on. What for? $25,000 was offered for the first to fly non-stop from New York to Paris. There was a little additional room in the engineer's office so they pushed a desk in so that Donald Hall and Charles Lindberg would be within arm's reach for the next 60 days. Donald Hall took this world famous photo... As Charles Lindbergh was figuring out oceanic navigation. With Donald 's recent expertise from the DWC Would Flight, they were confident. Donald stayed up for days (see his time chart 👇 ) straight to finish the initial layout and design So that the work Cruise could get started on something. The building and engineering of the "Spirit of St. Louis" was a giant jigsaw puzzle, choreographed with now famous production manager Hawley Bowlus, and empowered by the company owner: Frank Mahoney... All quarterbacked by Donald Hall, the Chief Engineer. And it succeed, now it hangs in the Smithsonian in Washington, DC. #flying #aviationhistory #spiritofstlouis #airshow #historyfacts #photography #famousphotographers #flyingovertime #pilotlife #charleslindbergh
A poster for the centennial that I was playing wit A poster for the centennial that I was playing with. I love the collaboration to make great art for this Spirit of ST. Louis 100th. These two photos of the Spirit are from the original negatives and my two favorites that he took of the plane. #flyingovertime #aviation #
The Spirit of St. Louis, a testament to human inge The Spirit of St. Louis, a testament to human ingenuity & courage, soared into aviation history on May 20, 1927. ✈️ Designed by the brilliant engineer Donald A. Hall in just 60 days, its sleek silver fuselage carried Charles Lindbergh on his historic solo flight across the Atlantic. 🌎 This feat of aviation ingenuity & collaboration ignited a global passion for flight that continues to inspire generations. #SpiritOfStLouis #AviationHistory #Lindbergh #EngineeringMarvel As we approach the centennial of this momentous occasion in 2027, a new chapter in the Spirit of St. Louis's legacy is being written. ✍️ A dedicated group, led by a descendant of Donald A. Hall, is uncovering the untold stories behind this iconic aircraft and inspiring the next generation of aviators and #stem leaders. #innovation #education #stemeducation #nextgen This project, aptly named "Flying Over Time," brings to life the human element behind the machine through meticulous research, archival discoveries, and captivating storytelling. #historyuncovered #behindthescenes #storytelling
The Spirit of St. Louis, a testament to human inge The Spirit of St. Louis, a testament to human ingenuity and courage, soared into the annals of aviation history on May 20, 1927. Its sleek, silver fuselage, designed by the brilliant engineer Donald A. Hall, carried Charles Lindbergh on his historic solo flight across the Atlantic. This feat of aviation marked a turning point, igniting a global passion for flight that continues to inspire generations. As we approach the centennial of this momentous occasion, a new chapter in the Spirit of St. Louis's legacy is being written. A dedicated group of individuals, led by a descendant of Donald A. Hall, is embarking on a remarkable journey to uncover the untold stories behind this iconic aircraft. This project, aptly named "Flying Over Time," aims to shed light on the often-overlooked contributions of the individuals who made Lindbergh's historic flight possible. Through meticulous research, archival discoveries, and captivating storytelling, the project seeks to bring to life the human element behind the machine.
I've always wondered about the story of these phot I've always wondered about the story of these photographs, which are part of a series of many photographs taken of the Douglas world cruiser flight #aircraft team at some point, possibly during their flight around the world. Was Donald A Hall there??! Some of his most compelling photos are in this series. Does anybody know the name of that pilot that he took a portrait of?? the 100th anniversary of the World flight!
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