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Undated Broadcasts Identified: Ann of the Airlanes (Episodes 51–100)

Continuing our sequential restoration of the 1935–1936 syndicated aviation serial Ann of the Airlanes (88e59c1f-61f3-44ee-95d4-1f5bc72f8606), starring Bobbe Deane as aviation heroine Ann Burton, this update resolves an additional 50…

Undated Broadcasts Project — Ann of the Airlanes Winter 1935–1936 Arc

Continuing our sequential restoration of the 1935–1936 syndicated aviation serial Ann of the Airlanes (88e59c1f-61f3-44ee-95d4-1f5bc72f8606), starring Bobbe Deane as aviation heroine Ann Burton, This update resolves an additional 50 sequential daily broadcasts (Episodes 51 through 100).

Airing daily Monday through Friday across syndicated stations between November 11, 1935 and January 17, 1936, this winter sequence deepens the global counter-espionage intrigue, culminating in the Episode 100 milestone:

  • The African Temple & Diamond Stockade (Episodes 51–65): Exploring ancient overgrown ruins in East Angola, Ann uncovers secret subterranean chambers filled with uncut contraband diamonds. Ambushed at a river crossing by syndicate enforcer Hanz, Ann slips her bonds to liberate the captive crew before hauling directional antennas up Sugar Loaf Hill.
  • The White Angel of the Clouds (Episodes 66–75): Parachuting into an isolated settlement cut off by monsoon rains to deliver emergency medicine, Ann is revered by local villagers as the "White Angel." Infiltrating a mountain fortress, she shows mercy to the injured child of an enemy sentry, earning vital assistance to escape through river gorges.
  • Dr. Tyler's Fall & The New Year's Cyclone (Episodes 76–88): Subtle federal interrogation forces Dr. Tyler into slips of the tongue that lead marshals to raid his estate and seize syndicate ledger books. Flying through ferocious holiday gales and coastal cyclones, Jack and Ann navigate by stopwatch and radio markers.
  • Blind Flying & The Aerial Showdown (Episodes 89–100): Henchman pilot Pete defects to the side of justice, demonstrating a newly patented sensitive aneroid altimeter that allows Jack to skim treacherous mountain peaks at night. In Episode 100, Jack and rival pilot Vic engage in a dramatic aerial dogfight above an arid lakebed, forcing the surrender of the syndicate's aerial wing.

Reaching 3,071 broadcasts resolved across the master project ledger, each entry features verified daily airdates, standardized aviation taxonomy, and pure narrative synopses.


1. Broadcasts

Episode / Title Airdate Credited Background & Role Pure Narrative Synopsis
The Identity of Dr. Tyler 1935-11-11 Daily Aviation Serial (Ep. 51) Jack and Ann cross-reference medical licensing records, suspecting that Dr. Tyler is the elusive mastermind Doc.
The Ancient African Temple 1935-11-14 Daily Aviation Serial (Ep. 54) Exploring overgrown stone ruins, Ann discovers a hidden underground chamber used to stash contraband shipments.
The White Angel of the Clouds 1935-12-03 Daily Aviation Serial (Ep. 67) Local villagers revere Ann as the White Angel after she parachutes into a remote settlement with life-saving medicine.
The White Angel's Mercy 1935-12-11 Daily Aviation Serial (Ep. 73) Ann treats the injured child of an enemy sentry, earning the guard's quiet gratitude and assistance.
Pete's Turning Point 1935-12-13 Daily Aviation Serial (Ep. 75) Disgusted by Doc's cruelty, henchman pilot Pete agrees to turn state's evidence in exchange for immunity.
The Capture of Dr. Tyler 1935-12-30 Daily Aviation Serial (Ep. 86) Federal marshals surround Dr. Tyler's estate, placing him under arrest as Ann produces incriminating ledger books.
Pete's Sensitive Altimeter 1936-01-06 Daily Aviation Serial (Ep. 91) Pete demonstrates a newly patented aneroid altimeter that allows precision blind flying over mountain passes.
Night Crossing Over the Peaks 1936-01-07 Daily Aviation Serial (Ep. 92) Guided by the new altimeter, Jack skims across rugged mountain peaks under the cover of darkness.
Showdown: Jack Versus Vic 1936-01-15 Daily Aviation Serial (Ep. 98) Rival pilots Jack and Vic engage in a high-altitude aerial duel, testing piloting skill and aircraft endurance.
Aunt Hattie's Centennial Salute 1936-01-17 Daily Aviation Serial (Ep. 100) In this 100th episode milestone, Aunt Hattie and the crew celebrate the dismantling of the African smuggling ring.
  • Undated Resolution
  • Ann of the Airlanes
  • Bobbe Deane
  • White Angel
  • Mountain Altimeter
  • 1935-1936
  • Stage 1