Tag Archives: Wright Brothers Day

“Success…”

Posted on December 17, 2012 by Lisa Rickey

On Monday, December 14, 1903, Wilbur Wright made an unsuccessful attempt to fly the power-driven, heavier-than-air machine that he and his brother Orville had developed. After 3.5 seconds in the air, the engine stalled, but luckily Wilbur and the machine … Continue reading →






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“a flight very modest compared with that of birds”

Posted on December 17, 2011 by lynda

December 17, 1903. At 10:35 a.m., Orville Wright takes off into a 27 mph wind. The distance covered was 120 feet, and the time aloft was 12 seconds. Wilbur can be seen at right. The picture was taken with Orville’s … Continue reading →






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Wright Brothers’ Day

Posted on October 5, 2011 by lynda

Don’t think of it as a history; think of it as a future. Nothing has changed the world more than aviation. ~ Amanda Wright Lane Have you ever wanted to test your flying skills on a Wright Brothers’ airplane? Curious … Continue reading →






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