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Wright Flyer at Kitty Hawk

1903-12-17

Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum

Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum
Washington, DC, United States

On the sandy beaches of Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, December 17, 1903, Orville Wright piloted the world’s first powered, controlled airplane. With his brother Wilbur looking on, the flying machine traveled 36 meters (120 feet).

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  • Title: Wright Flyer at Kitty Hawk
  • Date Created: 1903-12-17
Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum

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