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Samuel Langley (1834-1906) wasa renowned American astrophysicist and astronomer.

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Samuel Pierpont Langley is credited with inventing and developing the aerodrome, an early version of the airplane, in the late 19th century. Langley's work laid the foundation for many advancements in aviation technology.


What is the address of the NASA Langley Research Center?

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When was Samuel Pierpont Langley born?

Samuel Pierpont Langley was born on August 22, 1834.


What is Samuel Pierpont Langley's birthday?

Samuel Pierpont Langley was born on August 22, 1834.


Is Langley Air Force Base named after Samuel Peirpoint Langley?

Yes, Langley was named after this guy. :)


Did Samuel Pierpont Langley have children?

S.P. Langley never married or had children.


Who invented thee aerodrome in 1903?

Samuel langley


Who created the aerodrome?

Samuel Pierpont Langley created the aerodrome.


Who invented the aerodrome?

Samuel Pierpont Langley is credited with inventing and developing the aerodrome, an early version of the airplane, in the late 19th century. Langley's work laid the foundation for many advancements in aviation technology.


How did Langley get its name?

Langley, Virginia was named for Langley Hall, which was part of the family estate of Virginia's royal governor during the mid-18th century. The former Langley Air Base (now part of Langley-Eustis) was named for aviation pioneer Samuel P. Langley.


When did the wright brothers build the first aeroplane?

The Wright brothers didn't make it , Samuel T. Langley made it.


Did Samuel Langley fly the first airplane?

No, he made aircraft models but his two full size aircraft were failures.


What is the first us aircraft carrier?

The USS Langley, converted from a coal ship when the US Navy switched from coal to oil after World War 1. The ship was named for American aviation pioneer Samuel P. Langley.


What nicknames does Langley McArol go by?

Langley McArol goes by Langley.