How did people first conquer the skies?

Wright brothers

How did people first conquer the skies?

Imagine you're stuck in a thunderstorm with nowhere to go; you desperately need to escape to safety.

The Wright brothers created a three-axis control system, allowing pilots to steer and balance an aircraft, making powered flight possible.

Example

Picture controlling a kite with three strings, each giving you a different direction and balance.

Remember this

The three-axis control system is the key innovation that made controlled, powered flight achievable.

Text adapted from Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.

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