Wilbur and orville wright

The Wright brothers, Orville Wright (Aug – Janu) and Wilbur Wright (Ap – ), were American aviation pioneers generally credited with inventing, building, and flying the world's first successful airplane. [1][2][3] They made the first controlled, sustained flight of an engine-powered, heavier-than-air aircraft with the Wright Flyer on December. Wright brothers, American brothers, inventors, and aviation pioneers who achieved the first powered, sustained, and controlled airplane flight (). Orville made the first successful flight, covering feet (36 meters) through the air in 12 seconds. Early years First steps Professional growth Public recognition Peak period Later years Public interest Professional activity Media attention
Orville and Wilbur weren’t the first in their family to participate in a historical moment. In fact, the Wright brothers’ family story parallels many threads and movements in American history.