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Santos-Dumont Biplane
The ungainly Santos-Dumont 14- bis biplane, though it never stays in the air for more than 21 seconds, is officially the first aircraft to fly in Europe... at Bagatelle, Paris Date: 1906
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Air Craft Bagatelle Bi Plane Dumont Officially Santos Seconds Stays Ungainly
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1. Title: "The Pioneering Flight of the Santos-Dumont 14-bis Biplane: Europe's First Officially Recognized Aircraft (1906)" 2. Description: This image immortalizes the historic moment when the ungainly Santos-Dumont 14-bis biplane, with its distinctive asymmetrical wings and delicate structure, took to the skies above Bagatelle, Paris, in 1906. Though its brief flights lasted only 21 seconds each, this pioneering aircraft holds the distinction of being the first to fly in Europe, marking a pivotal milestone in the development of aviation. 3. Background: Brazilian inventor and aviation pioneer, Alberto Santos-Dumont, dedicated himself to designing and building innovative flying machines. The 14-bis biplane, with its 14 cylinder engine and 12.3 meters wingspan, represented a significant leap forward in aviation technology. On October 23, 1906, Santos-Dumont made history by completing three successful flights at Bagatelle, a popular leisure park in Paris. 4. Impact: The Santos-Dumont 14-bis biplane's groundbreaking flights sparked widespread interest in aviation and inspired numerous innovations. Its success paved the way for further advancements in aircraft design and engineering, ultimately leading to the development of more advanced and capable flying machines. 5. Legacy: The Santos-Dumont 14-bis biplane's place in aviation history is secure, as it marked the beginning of the European aviation industry and demonstrated the potential for human flight. This photograph serves as a testament to the ingenuity, determination, and vision of its creator, Alberto Santos-Dumont, and the pioneers who followed in his footsteps. 6. Technical Details: Title: The Santos-Dumont 14-bis Biplane Date: October 23, 1906 Location: Bagatelle, Paris, France Photographer: Unknown Source: Mary Evans Prints Online Rights Managed 7. Keywords: Flight, Aircraft, 1906, Dumont, Ungainly, Bagatelle, Transport, Air, 14, Fly, Biplane, 21, Europe, Seconds, Santos, Bis.
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