A century old dream came true on August 17, 1978. On that day the first balloon to make a successful Atlantic crossing landed at Misery, France, six days after takeoff from Presque Isle, Maine. Aboard the Double Eagle II were Ben Abruzzo, Maxie Anderson and Larry Newman. Limited edition commemorative flight flown air mail cover, 9.5 x 4.25, with a color cachet showing the flight of the Double Eagle II signed by Maxie Anderson, Ben Abruzzo and Larry Newman and bearing a postal stamp from the point of departure and arrival. In fine condition. R&R COA.
