The Wilkins-Hearst Expedition was a significant scientific journey to the Antarctic region, led by explorer Sir Hubert Wilkins in 1928. Funded by American newspaper magnate William Randolph Hearst, the expedition aimed to explore and document the remote areas of Antarctica, focusing on its geography and wildlife. The expedition utilized an aircraft, making it one of the first to conduct aerial surveys of the continent. Although it faced harsh weather conditions and logistical challenges, the Wilkins-Hearst Expedition contributed valuable information about the Antarctic landscape and helped pave the way for future explorations in the region.