1933 Computing & Technology Events — Verified Historical Highlights
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- 03 Apr First flight over Mount Everest: On April 3, 1933, Squadron Leader Douglas Douglas-Hamilton and Flight Lieutenant David McIntyre piloted two aircraft over Mount Everest, marking the first aerial crossing of the world's highest peak. The expedition, sponsored by Lucy, Lady Houston, aimed to map the region and assist mountaineers. The aircraft, a Houston-Westland and a Westland-Wallace, took off from Lalbalu aerodrome in India, reaching altitudes near 30,000 feet and clearing Everest by approximately 100 feet. The flight lasted three hours, covering a return distance of 320 miles, and provided valuable photographs of the mountain. source: theguardian.com
- 13 Apr First steam-powered aeroplane flight: The first successful flight of a steam-powered aeroplane took place on April 13, 1933. This innovative achievement in aviation technology demonstrated the potential for alternative power sources in flight. source: britannica.com
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