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Gathering Data The Test Flights Flying into History

The Wright brothers recorded their experiments in detail. Their accurate recordings have provided the basis for judging the authenticity of the reproduction Flyer.

The Wright Story
Antique Richard anemometer used on the reproduction 1903 FlyerSimple tools, sophisticated results
Resources
For more information on how the propellers, engine, 1902 glider, and 1903 Flyer were built, please visit our web features below. Each has video, pictures, educational features, and scholarly papers for download.

The 1902 Glider

The 1903 Flyer's history

The Reproduction Flyer

The Propeller
The goal of the flight tests was not only to prove an authentic Flyer could fly, but to record and study its behavior in detail. The process has been extensive and has resulted in unprecedented data.
The Wind Tunnel
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The Wind Tunnel
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Engine Tests
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Engine Tests
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The Flight Simulator
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The Flight Simulator
The Flight Data Recorder
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The Flight Data Recorder

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