keywords: paris air show, military aircraft, commercial aircraft, experimental aircraf, helicopters, acrobatics, percision flying
Synopsis: One of the largest military and commercial air shows in the world featuring military and civilian aircraft and experimental aircraft. Replica of the Spirit of St. Louis (shown in flight) as it is flown from the United States to Paris, France. Eastern Airlines showcased the world’s largest passenger plane, the Douglas DC-* Super 61. Two Sikorsky HH-3E Jolly Green Giant helicopters made the first non-stop transatlantic helicopter flight, being refueled in mid-air a total of nine times each. Acrobatic teams perform from many nation’s perform daring stunts and precision flying.