Piloted tandem-wing experimental aircraft built and unsuccessfully tested by Samuel P. Langley in 1903. Fifty-two-horsepower, five-cylinder radial gasoline engine turning two pusher propellers via geared transmission system. Percaline covering. Natural fabric finish; no sealant or paint of any kind.
Created by
Dane Penland
Date Created
04/12/2004
Source
Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, Best of the National Air and Space Museum Collection, NASM Acc. 2004-0036
Keywords
Aircraft; Aviation; People; Pre-WWI; Private; Research
Rights and Restrictions
Usage conditions apply
For more information, visit the Smithsonians Terms of Use.