Beyond the Powder: The Legacy of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race
Beyond the Powder: The Legacy of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race

Beyond the Powder: The Legacy of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race

The history of the first women’s cross-country air race and the legacy today.

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July 24, 2015
57m
Documentary

Overview

The first Women’s Air Derby was flown in 1929 with brave women making history by breaking into a competition that was thought to be for men only. They encountered sabotage, death, and all the difficulties of flying at the dawn of aviation. Today the Powder Puff Derby continues as the Air Race Classic. The modern-day racers carry out the legacy of the original racers with their adventurous spirit.

Director

Kara Martinelli

Writers

Kara Martinelli, Angelica Compton, Adam White

Status

Released

Original Language

EN

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