(Jewish Telegraphic Agency)
Clarence D. Chamberlin, pilot of the Columbia on its first non-stop trans-Atlantic flight from New York to Germany, shared his credit for the feat with Charles A. Levine, owner of the Columbia and co-flyer, in a press interview upon the arrival of the flyers here.
When asked at a press conference about the commeats in the United States concerning Mr. Levine’s part in the flight, Chamberlin stated that “the least that can be said about Mr. Levine’s participation in the flight is that he had an equal part in it. He has helped me in navigating the plane and has strengthened and maintained my confidence. I am particularly full of admiration for Mr. Levine’s courage and ethical attitude.”
When asked by press representatives what his motive was in undertaking the trans-Atlantic flight, Mr. Levine replied that he had no intention of displaying heroism, but rather desired to strengthen the confidence of the public in aviation.
Mrs. Levine stated to newspapermen that she would be willing to fly back to the United States if her husband decided to undertake the cross-Atlantic return home. “I now believe that everything he will undertake he will accomplish.” she stated.
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