How did the transatlantic flight by Charles Lindbergh affect American aviation?

A.

It persuaded Americans to travel more often and learn more about the cultures of other countries.

B.

It led to the discovery of an island in the Atlantic Ocean.

C.

It proved that commercial air travel was not as safe as most Americans previously thought.

D.

It increased public interest and confidence in the possibility of safe and fast commercial air travel.

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Harold Brennan

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28 March, 16:12

How did the transatlantic flight by Charles Lindbergh affect American aviation?

A.

It persuaded Americans to travel more often and learn more about the cultures of other countries.

B.

It led to the discovery of an island in the Atlantic Ocean.

C.

It proved that commercial air travel was not as safe as most Americans previously thought.

D.

It increased public interest and confidence in the possibility of safe and fast commercial air travel.

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Samara Hickman · Answer 1

It increased public interest and confidence in the possibility of safe and fast commercial air travel.

Explanation:

After the flight, Lindbergh participated in many different events, advertising everything related to aviation. It is estimated that approximately 50 million people saw and heard Lindbergh during these events. All this gave a powerful impetus to the development of aviation in the USA: many more various flights were carried out, including a non-stop flight on the route Mexico City - Washington.