Ex 1 Flashcards
(13 cards)
What does ‘BOSS’ refer to?
Biet sungce pou
What does ‘ter quelque chose’ mean?
It translates to ‘to have something’.
What is the significance of Louis Blériot in aviation?
He was the first to fly over the English Channel in 1909.
What is the ‘Grand Palais’ in Paris known for?
It hosted the international aviation exhibition.
How many airplanes were there in total according to the text?
There were 5000 airplanes in total.
What does ‘uitbraak OI’ refer to?
It refers to aircraft active in military services.
When was the Le Bourget airport opened?
It was opened in 1919.
What is the current number of airports worldwide?
There are 50,000 airports worldwide.
What is the national airline of the Netherlands?
KLM
What is the national airline of Belgium?
SABENA
What was the prize for the first flight over the Atlantic in 1919?
The prize was $25,000.
Who attempted to break speed records in 1926?
Frenchman Rene Fonck.
What happened to Rene Fonck’s attempts?
Two of his four attempts failed.
