HINTON WALTER: (1888-1981) American Pioneer Aviator,
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HINTON WALTER: (1888-1981) American Pioneer Aviator, pilot of the NC-4 seaplane on the first Transatlantic flight, commanded by A. C. Read, in 1919. Hinton was also the first pilot to fly from North America to South America. Signed commemorative Air Mail cover, featuring an attractive cachet honouring the Exchange Club Service to Aviation Tour beginning at Toledo, Ohio, 25th November 1930, piloted by Hinton. Signed by the aviator with his name alone in black fountain pen ink to a clear area. Postally cancelled at Idaho, May 1931. Together with a selection of signed clipped pieces, cards, First Day Cover (1) etc., by various famous American pilots including Eddie Rickenbacker (signed colour 8 x 11 magazine cover), Howard Rinehart, Roland Maheu (2), David McCampbell etc. A few are neatly laid down. Some very light age wear, about VG, 7
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HINTON WALTER: (1888-1981) American Pioneer Aviator,
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