On November 2, 1947, the largest flying boat ever constructed lifted off on its maiden flight near Long Beach, California. Officially called the H-4 Hercules, it was built by billionaire aircraft designer (and noted eccentric) Howard Hughes, and it was immense. The contract for three prototypes, which was awarded to Hughes in 1942 with the help [...]
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The Spruce Goose: 30 Seconds Over…Long Beach
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