Carroll, M C 1982-02-08
M. C. Carroll describes his experiences as an amateur pilot in the early 1930s.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: M. C. Carroll
Additional Parties Recorded:
Date: February 8, 1982
Location: Idalou, Texas
Interviewer: Bill Wilkerson
Length: 30 minutes
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1:
Born, Palestine, Texas (1904),
To South Plains (1920),
Education,
Jobs,
Interest in flying,
Ben Bransom, flight instructor,
Alexander Eaglerock planes,
Lubbock, Texas, airport (1930),
Size,
Runways,
Hangar,
Alexander Eaglerock plane,
Wing span,
OX-5 engine,
Aeronca plane,
Pilot's test,
Written exam,
Flight test,
Planes,
Mechanical failures,
Tail skids,
Types (1930s),
Flying anecdotes,
Clent Breedlove,
Gene White,
Ford Tri-Motor plane
Tape 1, Side 2:
Blank
Range Dates: 1904-1982
Bulk Dates: 1904-1930s
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