Tag Archives: Wilbur Wright

Greetings from Kitty Hawk!

Posted on December 14, 2018 by billstolz

This Monday, December 17, marks the 115th anniversary of the first flight at Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. We are all familiar with the iconic image of the Wright Flyer in flight with Wilbur Wright running alongside at Kill Devil Hills. … Continue reading →

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December 17, 1903: “Success Four Flights…”

Posted on December 17, 2017 by billstolz

At 10:35 a.m. on December 17, 1903, the Wright Brothers achieved the impossible, the first powered flight. On the first attempt, Orville would fly a distance of 120 feet in 12 seconds. The brothers would go on to make 3 … Continue reading →

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A Sesquicentennial Reached: Happy 150th birthday to Wilbur Wright!

Posted on April 16, 2017 by billstolz

150 years ago today Wilbur Wright (1867-1912) was born on a farm near New Castle, Indiana. Take a moment to look skyward and, as you see an airplane pass over, wish Wilbur a happy 150th birthday. Enjoy a few photographs … Continue reading →

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