The Wright Flyer Engine in Action

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Key Takeaways:

  • Charlie Taylor's original 12-horsepower engine for the Wright Flyer was a significant engineering feat.
  • Dayton machinist Terry Hesler has built a faithful replica of this historic engine.
  • Hesler will demonstrate his replica on October 17 at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University in Dayton Beach.
  • He details his fascinating project in an accompanying podcast.
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Charlie Taylor’s original engine for the Wright Flyer eked out just 12 horsepower but was a marvel for its day. Terry Hesler, a Dayton, Ohio machinist, has built a faithful replica and will demonstrate it Friday, October 17 at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University in Dayton Beach. He describes his fascinating project in this podcast.

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