Wednesday, August 28, 2024

The very beginning of powered flight.

 


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  1. Nope. The very beginning of powered flight was the Wright Bros and Charles Taylor.

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    1. I'm speaking generally, Rick. I'm well aware of the Wright Bros.

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  2. He looks like he's saying or thinking "How YOU doin' ?"...

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  3. Curtiss Jenny, top speed of 75mph in level flight.
    Al_in_Ottawa

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    1. Yep. OX5 Engine. To me it represents aircraft starting to become common, repeatably producible, and reliable. For many people, including my Grandfather, it was the first aircraft they ever saw. He saved up some of the money he made as a kid bounty hunting varmits and got himself a ride in one. He talked about that Jenny ride for the rest of his life.

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