The Wright Flyer Engine in Action

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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