Description
The Dream of Flying shows what extraordinary achievements people are capable of, driven by zest for action and curiosity. Pioneers never took setbacks for a defeat but for steps on the path to reaching their goals. Perseverance was their strength. The Dream of Flying is proof to the power of faith in what’s possible. Every start, every flight, every landing reminds us of that. Austria has a history of aviation: airships and early motor-powered aircraft like the Etrich Taube, built in the early 20th century in Fischamend – near today’s airport site – count among the world best of their kind. The “Royal Airforce Base”, transferred to Austria in 1954, was the beginning for the Vienna Airport. Today around 80 airlines fly out to more than 200 destinations in 70 countries all over the world.
“When once you have tasted flight, you will forever walk the earth with your eyes turned skyward. For there you have been, and there you will always long to return.” From the TV documentary I, Leonardo da Vinci, 1965
