An irreverent romp through time looking back over the history of aviation, from Icarus and his wax wings to everything that happened since
A playful and unreliable history of flight, from wax wings to drones.
This engaging history explores the story of flight, from the first ill-fated jump off a castle parapet to modern drones. It highlights key aircraft, pilots, and defining moments, answering questions like: Was Keith Harris's Orville named after the first flyer? What is a 'Spitfire'? Why did Richard Branson try to cross the Atlantic in a balloon when he owned an airline?
Featuring pioneers like the Montgolfier Brothers, the Wright Brothers, Bleriot, and Lindbergh, this volume offers aviation buffs:
- A look at the evolution of flight.
- A collection of interesting facts and anecdotes.
- An appreciation of the human drive to conquer the skies.
Absorb the unreliable history of aviation and prepare for takeoff!
