There is some discrepancy on dates, so I cannot tell you for sure that this information is accurate, but it is pretty close. From what I can tell, on this date in 1953, New York Airways launched its first passenger helicopter service. They first used military helicopters–imagine the noise! This helicopter service launched out of LaGuardia airport.
I have never been on a helicopter ride, but I sometimes consider it. Anyone else?
For more info:
http://www.lib.berkeley.edu/news_events/futuristics/helicopter/5.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_York_Airways
http://www.investopedia.com/financial-edge/0709/on-this-day-in-finance-july-9—new-york-airways-launches-first-helicopter-service.aspx
http://gothamist.com/2009/07/09/ny_airways.php
http://famousdaily.com/history/first-helicopter-passenger-service.html
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Good luck on the challenge!
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Very interesting idea. I love history.
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What a fun series! This is a great idea, to share and talk about interesting things that happened in the past. I actually have been in a helicopter, and enjoyed the ride. I would do it again sometime if I get the chance. But you know what? I’m often glad not to be the first one to try something new — until they get any bugs worked out. Especially where safety is a concern! Thanks for sharing this one.
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