When the Wright brothers finally succeeded in getting their flyer airborne, many didn’t believe they had really done it.
The invention of the airplane by Wilbur and Orville Wright is one of the great stories in American history. The Wright brothers’ invention not only solved a long-studied technical problem, but helped ...
On December 17, 1903, the Wright brothers flew their "Flyer" four times, with their longest flight lasting 59 seconds and covering 852 feet. With these flights, they became the first to ...
The elder of the Wright Brothers, Wilbur's legacy has made him a household name even 113 years after his death, because of the brothers' contributions to the history of manned flight and the ...
This principle, which the Wright brothers called "wing warping," was a revolutionary break-through. In 1900 they built a full-size, piloted version of a box kite and tested its control mechanisms ...
Throughout the 1.1-mile trail are photos taken by the Wright Brothers at the Pinnacles, as well as sketches of trees and ...
The Ohio Historical Markers identify, commemorate and honor the important people, places and events that have contributed to the state's rich history.
Piece of Wright Flyer replica is on display at Gather by Ghostlight coffee shop/restaurant/bar. The Arcade was built just as Wilbur and Orville Wright were making their first flight.
If you flew to Outer Banks, you have the Wright Brothers to thank. In the early 1900s, Orville and Wilbur moved here from Ohio for the area's steady winds to pursue their aviation dreams.