Media From the Heart by Ruth Hill

By Ruth on July 9, 2013 in Challenge, history

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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“Don’t bend; don’t water it down; don’t try to make it logical; don’t edit your own soul according to the fashion. Rather, follow your most intense obsessions mercilessly.” — Franz Kafka Ruth is an inspirational entertainment journalist who instinctively sees the best in all and seeks to share universal beauty, love and positivity. She is an artist who leads with her heart and gives readers a glimpse of the best of this world through the masterful use of the written word. Ruth was born in Tacoma, Washington but now calls Yelm, Washington her home. She lives on five acres with her parents, a dog, two miniature goats, cats and a teenage daughter who is a dynamic visual artist herself. Ruth interviews fellow artists both inside and outside of the film/television industry. At the core of all she does is the strength of her faith.

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Mandy July 9, 2013 Reply

Good luck on the challenge!
Cheryl Foss McDaniel July 9, 2013 Reply

Very interesting idea. I love history.
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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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