1931 Computing & Technology Events — Verified Historical Highlights
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- 05 Feb Malcolm Campbell sets groundbreaking land speed record: On February 5, 1931, British driver Malcolm Campbell set a new land speed record of 246.08 mph (396.03 km/h) at Daytona Beach, Florida, driving the Campbell-Napier-Railton Blue Bird. source: britannica.com
- 01 Jul First global aircraft circumnavigation: On July 1, 1931, the first global aircraft circumnavigation was completed. The aircraft, piloted by James Mattern, departed from Roosevelt Field, New York, and returned after a journey covering approximately 26,000 miles, making stops in various countries. This achievement demonstrated the potential for long-distance air travel and contributed to advancements in aviation technology. source: en.wikipedia.org
- 02 Jul Post and Gatty complete record-breaking world flight: On July 2, 1931, American aviators Wiley Post and Harold Gatty completed a record-breaking world flight. Departing from Roosevelt Field, New York, they circumnavigated the globe in a Lockheed Vega aircraft, covering approximately 15,474 miles in 8 days, 15 hours, and 51 minutes. This achievement demonstrated the feasibility of long-distance air travel and contributed to advancements in aviation technology. source: en.wikipedia.org
- 21 Jul First regular seven-day television broadcasting: On July 21, 1931, the BBC began its first regular seven-day television broadcasting schedule. This marked a significant milestone in the development of television as a medium for daily entertainment and information. source: en.wikipedia.org
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