Equally as interesting is PanAm conquering navigation over the Pacific Ocean. Islands like Wake, and Midway, factored heavily into this accomplishment.
https://www.clipperflyingboats.com/transpacific-airline-service
My daddy, who flew in WWII, Korea, and 'Nam, would revel in the exploits of the pilots from the '30s. But to me, the logistics and technology used to support and direct the airplanes is even more fascinating.