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How To Build A 20-Foot Bi-Plane Glider

By Alfred Powell Morgan

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Discover how to construct your own soaring biplane with turn-of-the-century insights into flight and design for early aviators.

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2020-08-29
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Summary

"How To Build A 20-Foot Bi-Plane Glider" by Alfred Powell Morgan is an early 20th-century instruction manual designed to empower amateur builders in the exciting world of aviation. The book methodically guides readers through the construction of a biplane glider, blending fundamental principles of flight with precise, step-by-step assembly instructions. Aiming to spark innovation and hands-on learning, the author meticulously details material selection, optimal framework designs, and essential gliding mechanics, while prioritizing safe experimentation and a firm grasp of aerodynamics. Concluding with insightful notes and resources for further study, it is an essential guide for anyone inspired to explore the pioneering age of flight.

About the Author

Alfred Powell 'Skipper' Morgan (1889–1972) was an electrical engineer, inventor of radio and mechanical devices, and author of technical and children's books from the U.S. state of New Jersey.

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