The Wright brothers successfully flew on December 17, 1903.
The Wright Brothers are famous American inventors. Their elder brother is Wilbur Wright (April 16, 1867 - May 12, 1912), and his younger brother is Orville. ยท Orville Wright (August 19, 1871 - January 30, 1948).
On December 17, 1903, the Wright brothers made the first test flight of an aircraft that was completely controlled, relied on its own power, had a body heavier than air, and could remain in the air without landing. It was also the world's first "flying" aircraft. No. 1."
The airplane is one of the greatest inventions in history. Some people rank it with television and computers as the three inventions that have had the greatest impact on mankind in the 20th century. The Wright brothers pioneered the flight control system that allows aircraft to fly under control, thus laying the foundation for the practical use of aircraft. This technology is still used in all aircraft.
The great invention of the Wright brothers changed human transportation, economy, production and daily life, and also changed military history.
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From 1904 to 1905, the Wright brothers successively manufactured "Flyer 2" and "Flyer 3". On May 26, 1904, "Aviator 2" conducted its first test flight.
On October 5, 1905, "Aviator 3" conducted the longest test flight, flying 38.6 kilometers and remaining airborne for up to 38 minutes - this shows that the Wright brothers The aircraft has solved its balance and control problems relatively well. In 1906, the Wright brothers' aircraft patent application in the United States was recognized.