oproximently 7 years from start to finish
The propellers on the plane were 8.5 feet long
For 12 seconds
12 seconds.
8 seconds
It lasted about 4 seconds.
2 1/2 years
8.5 feet long. The two props were turned by a 12 hp engine.
1903 The Wrights didn't invent the first airplane. -They built and flew the first powered, controllable aircraft. -Many men had built different aircraft before them, but none were successful at long, controlled flight.
2minutes
It is on display at the Smithsonian Institute in Washington DC. If you are near DC, the Smithsonian is well worth a day long visit.
12 secs 160 feet, 59 secs 850 feet
5ft