1903 Wright Flyer, museum display C016 / 2531
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1903 Wright Flyer, museum display C016 / 2531
1903 Wright Flyer, museum display. The first powered flight was made by Orville Wright on 17 December 1903 near Kill Devil Hill, Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, USA. Wright, seen lying on the lower wing of the aircraft, designed it with his brother Wilbur. The 12 horse-power, chain-driven aircraft, launched from a take-off rail, flew for about 12 seconds, covering a distance of 36.5 metres, at an altitude between 2.5 and 3.5 metres. The original aircraft was donated in 1948 to the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, Washington DC, USA. Between 1976 and 2003, it was displayed here in the Milestones of Flight Gallery
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1900s Aeronautics Aeroplane Aircraft Airplane Aviation Biplane Carol M Highsmith Collection Display Early Exhibit History Of Flight Modelled Museum North American Pioneer Pioneering Transport Washington Dc Winged Wings Wooden Air And Space Museum Orville Wright Smithsonian Wright Brothers Wright Flyer
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This print showcases the iconic 1903 Wright Flyer, a testament to the remarkable achievements of Orville and Wilbur Wright. The image captures Orville lying on the lower wing of the aircraft, symbolizing their unwavering dedication and ingenuity in designing this groundbreaking invention. On that momentous day of December 17,1903, near Kill Devil Hill in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, USA, Orville piloted this wooden marvel into history by achieving the first powered flight. With its 12 horse-power engine and chain-driven mechanism, this pioneering aircraft soared for an astonishing 12 seconds over a distance of 36.5 meters at an altitude between 2.5 and 3.5 meters. The original flyer was generously donated to the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum in Washington DC in 1948 where it became a cherished artifact displayed within the Milestones of Flight Gallery from1976 until2003. This photograph not only immortalizes a significant milestone in aviation but also pays homage to America's rich technological heritage. It serves as a reminder of how human determination can conquer seemingly insurmountable challenges. With its historical significance firmly etched into our collective memory, this image transports us back to that pivotal moment when humanity took its first triumphant steps towards conquering the skies above – forever changing our world through innovation and perseverance.
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