Wright Aeroplane
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Named after its builders, the Bros. Wright. The machine, including two passengers, weighs 10 cwt. The size of the carrying space is 600 square feet, and the measurement across the wings is 13 1/2 yards and 10 yards in length. The motor consists of 4 vertical cylinders which work two screw wings 2 3/4 yards in diameter. For the ascent, rails of 22 to 33 yards in length are necessary. From the Darlene Thorne Collection |
