Beyond the Powder: The Legacy of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race
2015
57m
Documentary
Overview
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.
About Beyond the Powder: The Legacy of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race
Beyond the Powder: The Legacy of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race (2015) is a Documentary film that follows 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. Currently, you can watch Beyond the Powder: The Legacy of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race on PBS, WETA+. Streaming availability may vary by country and platform over time. Fans of documentary movies may also want to explore similar titles below.
