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110 Years Ago, the U.S. Military Got Its First Airplane

Katie Lange
19 January 2025
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in 1909, the Wright brothers delivered the Wright Military Flyer to the Army Signal Corps, marking the U.S. military's first foray into aviation. This article traces the plane's origins, trials, and enduring legacy.
READ: 110 Years Ago, the U.S. Military Got Its First Airplane

References

  • Defense News (USA): High factual reporting
  • COLLECTIONS/The Runway (airforce.gov.au) 
  • RAAF RUNWAY: RATIONALE, GUIDELINES, LEARNING OUTCOMES, ETC 
 

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