The first Martin 130, NC14716 China Clipper, made its maiden flight on December 20,1934, piloted by Ken Ebel. In November 1935 the aircraft made a proving flight for Hawaii Clipper’s first service from San Francisco to Manila.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Martin China Clipper / Type 130 - СШАUSA - 1934

The third Martin 130 shortly after completion, registered X14714 and yet to be named Hawaii Clipper. Its registration was later changed to NC14714,and it was delivered to Pan American in the spring of 1936.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Martin China Clipper / Type 130 - СШАUSA - 1934

Martin 130 NC14714 Hawaii Clipper arriving in the Philippines, October 1936, by Michael Roffe

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Martin China Clipper / Type 130 - СШАUSA - 1934