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What was the First Helicopter?
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What was the First Helicopter?

Many helicopter manufacturers claim to have built the first helicopter. Some have been for corporate use, similar to business jets, others have been for military use. But which has truly been the first? When it comes to aviation, many overlook the importance of helicopters. For some, helicopters have been around for a few decades, for others, helicopters have been around for centuries! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Ancient Experimental Designs The idea of a flying machine has been around for centuries. The Wright Brothers were able to make the first flight in 1903, but a "flying machine" was far from built. Ancient China The first helicopter "designs" date back to 400 BC. These designs come from the book Baopuzi written by Chi...
13 Most Famous Aviators From History
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13 Most Famous Aviators From History

Every year, thousands of people become aviators. These people aren't just pilots, but aircraft designers, maintainers and more! This begs the question, who are the most famous aviators? Here's who are... (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); 13. Clyde Cessna Anyone interested in general aviation should recognize his last name. His company, Cessna Aircraft Company has been one of the largest producers of general aviation aircraft since 1927! In fact, Clyde Cessna, alongside many other aviators, settled in Wichita, Kansas the self-proclaimed "Air Capital of the world"! By being at the center of one of the largest aircraft manufacturers, Clyde became a mini-celebrity in his own right! Cessna also became a household name through its Cessna 152 and Cess...