Take a look at the breakthrough control system, created by the Wright Brothers, that helped to create the aircraft industry.
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The Wright Stuff: Wright Control System
Take a look at the breakthrough control system, created by the Wright Brothers, that helped to create the aircraft industry.
Added: May 19, 2006
Views: 3478 Views
Runtime: 01:50
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