Aileron Collection

Boeing 787 Dreamliner at Farnborough International Airshow. Note distinctive swept back wing shape

Antoinette IV / 4
19 July 1909 Hubert Latham (With Cigarette) Walking with (Bearded) Leon Levavasseur, Designer and Engineer of The, Antionette IV Monoplane

United States Air Force - Republic YRF-84F Thunderstreak 49-2430 FICON parasite, at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, seen with the retractable nose hook extended

United States Air Force North American T-6G Texan 50-1279, buzz-number TA-279, (msn 168-443), at the USAF Museum storage compound at Wright-Patterson AFB, OH

British naval seaplane, the Britannia AOVO, WW1
The Britannia AOVO, a British naval seaplane in use near Palestine during the First World War. This model was also used by Germany, having been supplied to both sides before the war broke out. 1917

Patent granted to Charles Bell for an improvement on flying machines using ailerons, 5 December 1911
AVIATION PATENT, 1911. Patent granted to Charles Bell for an improvement on flying machines using ailerons, 5 December 1911

Goodwood Festival of Speed 2012 Spyker C8 Aileron, 2012

Glenn Curtiss, US aviation pioneer C016 / 4588
Glenn Hammond Curtiss (1878-1930), US aviation and motorcycle pioneer. Curtiss produced over 500 inventions and held world speed records

Spyker C8 Aileron

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"Aileron: A Revolutionary Innovation in Aviation" From the Boeing 787 Dreamliner at Farnborough to the Antoinette IV/4, the aileron has played a crucial role in shaping the world of aviation. This small but mighty device is responsible for controlling an aircraft's roll and stability during flight. The United States Air Force utilized this technology in iconic planes like the Republic YRF-84F Thunderstreak and North American T-6G Texan 50-1279, showcasing its effectiveness in military operations. Even during World War I, British naval seaplanes such as the Britannia AOVO relied on ailerons to maneuver through challenging skies with precision and agility. Innovation continued throughout history, with Charles Bell receiving a patent for his improvement on flying machines using ailerons back in December 1911. This marked a significant milestone that paved the way for future advancements in aviation design. Fast forward to modern times, where sleek beauties like the Spyker C8 Aileron took center stage at events like Goodwood Festival of Speed 2012. These high-performance cars incorporated aerospace-inspired elements into their design, including aerodynamic ailerons that enhanced both style and functionality. Glenn Curtiss, an influential US aviation pioneer, recognized early on how vital ailerons were for achieving controlled flight. His contributions helped shape aviation history and set new standards for safety and efficiency. Whether it's soaring through clear blue skies or racing down winding roads, one thing remains clear – without the invention of the aileron, our dreams of conquering air and land would have remained grounded.