Suggesting that the first Wright Flyer was "cruising" is perhaps drawing along bow. On the day that they first flew, the wind speed was averaging more than 20 mph. The first flight lasted 12 seconds for a total distance of 120 ft. read more
Suggesting that the first Wright Flyer was"cruising" is perhaps drawing along bow. On the day that they first flew, the wind speed was averaging more than 20 mph. read more
On December 17, 1903, the Wright brothers flew their"Flyer" four times, with their longest flight lasting 59 seconds and covering 852 feet. They started out at 10:35 that morning with the first flight, which Orville made. read more
1903 Wright Flyer Replica This replica of the Wright Brothers 1903 Flyer was built by students from the Chapin School with assistance from Mr. Jim DeBlois and Mr. John P. Immordino. This replica is a full size re-creation of the history making craft designed and flown by the Wright Brothers in 1903. read more