The Spruce Goose
During WWII, American shipping faced relentless attacks from German U-boats, leading to significant losses at sea. To combat this, aviation pioneer Howard began constructing the Hughes H-4 Hercules, a massive aircraft capable of transporting hundreds of passengers or heavy military equipment. However, wartime metal rationing limited its potential, resulting in just one memorable test flight. Discover the fascinating story behind this engineering marvel and its unique place in history.In this clip
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The Hughes H-4 Hercules, aka The Spruce Goose (Encore)
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