This Day in History July 9, 1953 (Ultimate Blog Challenge Day 8)

By Ruth on July 9, 2013 in Challenge, history
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helicopterThere 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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Ruth Hill is an entertainment journalist, digital media strategist, and creative professional who believes in the power of storytelling to inspire, encourage, and connect people. With years of experience interviewing actors, filmmakers, authors, and other creative professionals, Ruth has developed a passion for discovering the stories behind the people who bring entertainment to life. Her interviews and reviews reflect her appreciation for authentic storytelling, meaningful performances, and the creative individuals working both in front of and behind the camera. Through her digital media business, Media From the Heart, Ruth works with actors, filmmakers, authors, and organizations to help them connect with audiences through social media strategy, video production, YouTube optimization, website development, and digital marketing. A Washington State native, Ruth lives in the Yelm area and is the proud mother of an adult daughter. A former music educator and lifelong creative, she continues to pursue her passion for music, writing, and the arts. At the heart of everything Ruth does is her Christian faith, which inspires her commitment to seeing the best in others,
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3 Comments

  1. Mandy July 9, 2013 Reply

    Good luck on the challenge!

  2. Cheryl Foss McDaniel July 9, 2013 Reply

    Very interesting idea. I love history.

  4. Nancy Boyd July 9, 2013 Reply

    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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