The Wright Flyer: First Powered Flight and Beyond

The Wright brothers faced design challenges in adding an engine to their aircraft, leading them to build their own. Their first flight attempts in 1903 were short but promising. By 1905, they developed practical aircraft models, Flyer 2 and Flyer 3, achieving sustained flight. Despite initial skepticism, they gained recognition in France and the US, becoming aviation pioneers. Their legacy continues to inspire inventors worldwide.

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