Beyond the Powder: The Legacy of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race (2015)
"The history of the first women’s cross-country air race and the legacy today."
Synopsis
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
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Original Title
Beyond the Powder: The Legacy of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race
Status
Released
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Production
Hemlock Films, Western Reserve PBS
