{"product_id":"101-hours-in-a-zeppelin-ernst-august-lehmann-and-the-dream-of-transatlantic-flight-1917-9780764366413","title":"101 Hours in a Zeppelin: Ernst August Lehmann and the Dream of Transatlantic Flight, 1917","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThis book tells the story of the first flight to exceed 100 hours in the air, captained by Ernst August Lehmann, and how it proved that airships were capable of flying across the Atlantic. It is a must-read for aviation history enthusiasts. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 208 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 28 June 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Schiffer Publishing Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe First Flight to Exceed 100 Hours in the Air\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBased on the remarkable letters of physics professor Robert Wichard Pohl, who had the privilege of flying on zeppelins during the First World War, this captivating book delves into the remarkable story of the first flight to surpass 100 hours in the air. Along the way, it sheds light on the individuals who played pivotal roles in this historic achievement, as well as the rich history of airship development and the enduring fascination with transatlantic flight.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe particular flight that Pohl recounts in his account was captained by Ernst August Lehmann, Germany's foremost airship captain, who tragically lost his life on the Hindenburg in 1937. This flight serves as a testament to the lessons learned during the development and deployment of airships in the First World War. It demonstrated their remarkable capabilities to fly across the Atlantic, filling a crucial gap in aviation history.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book is a treasure for aviation history enthusiasts, offering a comprehensive and detailed account of a lesser-known yet significant chapter in the annals of aviation. It provides a deep understanding of the technological advancements, the challenges faced, and the remarkable achievements that propelled airships to new heights of exploration and innovation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhether you are an avid reader of historical narratives or a passionate aviation enthusiast, \"The First Flight to Exceed 100 Hours in the Air\" is a must-read that will captivate your imagination and inspire your curiosity. It is a testament to the indomitable spirit of human ingenuity and the enduring legacy of airship exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 660g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 162 x 237 x 28 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780764366413\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Robert S Pohl","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44310028615930,"sku":"9780764366413","price":21.65,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1688121997566_book.jpg?v=1688198385","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/101-hours-in-a-zeppelin-ernst-august-lehmann-and-the-dream-of-transatlantic-flight-1917-9780764366413","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}