Advertisement

The Irish pilot who did the first east-west Atlantic crossing

The story of Irish Captain James Fitzmaurice from Laois, who piloted the first east-west Atlantic...

Share this article

14.16 16 Apr 2025


The Irish pilot who did the first east-west Atlantic crossing


Listen to this episode


Share this article

14.16 16 Apr 2025


The story of Irish Captain James Fitzmaurice from Laois, who piloted the first east-west Atlantic crossing in April 1928, is a fascinating one.

Joining Tom Dunne to discuss the background of this achievement is Dr Patrick McGarty, Senior Lecturer in Public Policy at Munster Technological University.


Read more about

Moncrieff Highlights

Related Episodes

Will the United States ever se...

00:08:42

Will the United States ever see strict gun control?

The Hard Shoulder

00:08:42


Kids Health Check: Helping wit...

00:09:08

Kids Health Check: Helping with Hobbies

The Hard Shoulder

00:09:08


Cork mother confronts Taoiseac...

00:08:33

Cork mother confronts Taoiseach about daughter’s need for hip surgery

The Hard Shoulder

00:08:33


Dublin Airport to ditch passen...

00:10:25

Dublin Airport to ditch passenger cap - is it the right plan?

The Hard Shoulder

00:10:25