Beyond the Powder: The Legacy of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race
2015•57m•Documentary
The history of the first women’s cross-country air race and the legacy today.
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.
Angelica Compton · Writer
Adam White · Writer
Kara Martinelli White · Director
Kara Martinelli White · Writer
StatusReleased
Runtime57m
LanguageEN
Release DateJul 24, 2015
StatusReleased
Runtime57m
LanguageEN
Release DateJul 24, 2015
Hemlock Films
Actors
Michaela McManus
Self - Narrator (voice)
Liz Duchez
Powder Puff Derby Reenactor
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