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He liked rarities such as the connoisseur’s rambling rose, Aviateur Bleriot, but he saw the same regal presence in a humble nasturtium or that fleshy summer annual no longer in vogue, portulaca. It’s never easy to say goodbye, but it’s time for me to plant some trees 2021-09-28T04:00:00Z
She became the first woman to fly solo across the English Channel on April 16, 1912, in a Bleriot monoplane. Smithsonian Air and Space Museum to reopen next week 2022-10-06T04:00:00Z
Thursday’s stunt was intended to honor the 110th anniversary of the first flight across the Channel, by French aviator Louis Bleriot on July 25, 1909. French inventor fails in attempt to cross the English Channel on hoverboard, wife vows 'he will do it again' 2019-07-25T04:00:00Z
He compared this week’s flights to those of Bleriot 106 years ago. Upstart vs Airbus: 1st electric planes cross English Channel 2015-07-10T04:00:00Z
It is more than 100 years since French aviation pioneer Louis Bleriot became the first person to fly across the Channel in a plane. Row of 'first' cross Channel electric flight - BBC News 2015-07-10T04:00:00Z
Then he is ready to fly a Bleriot, though, of course, his first trips are made as a passenger. The A.E.F. With General Pershing and the American Forces 2012-03-09T03:00:18.240Z
A Bleriot Monoplane The first aeroplane was invented by Henson, an Englishman, who in 1843 flew his machine, using a two-horse-power steam engine. Great Inventions and Discoveries 2011-10-01T02:00:30.900Z
The beach where Zapata took off Thursday bears Bleriot's name. French inventor fails in attempt to cross the English Channel on hoverboard, wife vows 'he will do it again' 2019-07-25T04:00:00Z
The choice of flight path was not coincidental: In 1909, French pilot Louis Bleriot was the first person to fly a plane across the English Channel. Upstart vs Airbus: 1st electric planes cross English Channel 2015-07-10T04:00:00Z
The machine, a pretty little affair of the Bleriot type, was soon wheeled out, and Mr. Studley declared all was ready for the start. The Boy Aviators' Flight for a Fortune 2011-08-27T02:00:19.473Z
When we visited one of the biggest schools, all the new pupils were practicing in a ridiculous clipped wing Bleriot called a penguin. The A.E.F. With General Pershing and the American Forces 2012-03-09T03:00:18.240Z
In Aug., 1910, flew the Channel with a passenger in a Bleriot. Jane's All the World's Aircraft 1913 2011-01-04T03:01:14.690Z
"And get to bed without the aid of two Bleriot lamps?" The Princess Galva A Romance
“Read it out, Roy, so that Monsieur Bleriot can hear it.” The Girl Aviators and the Phantom Airship
The Bleriot and the Nieuport, which were for some reason ruled out at the beginning of the war, were afterwards re-adopted and employed in great numbers. Aircraft and Submarines The Story of the Invention, Development, and Present-Day Uses of War's Newest Weapons
The “old bus,” as the fine Bleriot monoplane was affectionately termed by the four flying-officers at the air station, had been running like a clock. The White Lie
Had a good deal to do with the Bleriot in its early days. Jane's All the World's Aircraft 1913 2011-01-04T03:01:14.690Z
There was a pupil who joined a school soon after Bleriot's crossing of the Channel by air. Learning to Fly A Practical Manual for Beginners
“Ten thousand dollars, just think!” cried Peggy, clasping her hands one minute and the next stooping to caress M. Bleriot. The Girl Aviators and the Phantom Airship
But as we have seen in earlier chapters, inventors like the Wrights, Bleriot, and Farman learned to fly with but a few hours spent in the air, with flights lasting less than ten minutes each. Aircraft and Submarines The Story of the Invention, Development, and Present-Day Uses of War's Newest Weapons
And all were there with one object—to decide as to the reason of the sudden collapse of the naval Bleriot. The White Lie
In April, 1913, on behalf of the London Standard, made a non-stop flight with a passenger London to Cologne in a Bleriot. Jane's All the World's Aircraft 1913 2011-01-04T03:01:14.690Z
This was prior to 1909; Bleriot had not yet flown the Channel in his monoplane. Learning to Fly A Practical Manual for Beginners
They don't bother to notice that the plane of our Bleriot hasn't claw ends like the enemy's Taube. The Sequel What the Great War will mean to Australia
It was just 124 years later that Bleriot, a Frenchman, made the crossing in an airplane independently of favouring winds. Aircraft and Submarines The Story of the Invention, Development, and Present-Day Uses of War's Newest Weapons
Bleriot crossed the Channel in a monoplane of his own design in forty minutes. Aviation in Peace and War
At the end of March, 1913, the machines effective for war purposes were roughly as follows:— Bleriot. Jane's All the World's Aircraft 1913 2011-01-04T03:01:14.690Z
This machine differed considerably from the one with which M. Bleriot had flown the Channel. Learning to Fly A Practical Manual for Beginners
Famous "Type XI" was prototype of all Bleriot successes. The Aeroplane Speaks Fifth Edition
Moreover, he had been investigating the Bleriot, and he discovered that it was one of a new safety type, with a gyroscope device to insure stability. Facing the German foe, by Colonel James Fiske
On the strength of this feat the two had become good friends, and Vanno had been up several times in Rongier's Bleriot monoplane. The Guests Of Hercules
The Navy had 1 Bleriot type monoplane and 3 building. Jane's All the World's Aircraft 1913 2011-01-04T03:01:14.690Z
The position of the occupants, as they sat in the machine, differed from the arrangement in the cross-Channel Bleriot. Learning to Fly A Practical Manual for Beginners
The Radley-Moorhouse monoplane was a sporting type machine on Bleriot lines, with 50 h.p. The Aeroplane Speaks Fifth Edition
That's a Bleriot—and the British army flying corps uses Bleriots. Facing the German foe, by Colonel James Fiske
He could not bear to have his great Bleriots dark, while our humbler acetylene illumined the way for His Mightiness. My Friend the Chauffeur
First man to fly the Channel, which he did in Bleriot XI., 25th July, 1909. Jane's All the World's Aircraft 1913 2011-01-04T03:01:14.690Z
M. Bleriot's idea, in constructing it, was to have a machine with which he might win the Gordon-Bennett international speed race at Rheims. Learning to Fly A Practical Manual for Beginners
The Short monoplane, was built generally on Bleriot lines. The Aeroplane Speaks Fifth Edition
We passed lovely old cottages, which in the strange white light of our Bleriots looked flat, as stage scenery, against that wide-stretched "back-cloth" of inky velvet. Set in Silver
Same way with me, and I agree with you that we'd better let our friend in the Bleriot go by. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne
"You kids wait till I get my Bleriot started," sneered Jack. The Boy Scouts of the Eagle Patrol
It was wrecked entirely, but Bleriot was fortunate enough to escape with nothing worse than burns about the face and hands, and a general shock. Learning to Fly A Practical Manual for Beginners
She stopped in the doorway and glanced anxiously down the slope where her Bleriot had fallen. Madcap
I've seen them at night dashing themselves against the glass of our Bleriots once or twice when we've been out late, and I know how hopelessly they smash their soft, silly wings. Set in Silver
It was to be a cross between the Bleriot and the Antoinette, with the general features of both, but with many changes or improvements. Tom Swift and His Sky Racer, or, the Quickest Flight on Record
It'll be a model of a Bleriot monoplane, and a large one, too. The Boy Scouts of the Eagle Patrol
M. Bleriot promised, however, to put a machine in hand at once; and, as a special concession, I obtained permission to go daily to the Bleriot factory and superintend the construction of my own machine. Learning to Fly A Practical Manual for Beginners
If the winnings with monoplane and biplane could be divided so as to show the amount won with each type of machine the credit side of the Bleriot account would be materially enlarged. Flying Machines: construction and operation; a practical book which shows, in illustrations, working plans and text, how to build and navigate the modern airship
Louis Bleriot came into the ring on April 5th, 1907, with a first flight of 6 seconds on a Bleriot monoplane, his eighth but first successful construction. A History of Aeronautics
It's something like a Santos-Dumont and a Bleriot, with some features of Cornu's Helicopter. Tom Swift and His Sky Racer, or, the Quickest Flight on Record
She's not so speedy, but very steady; and then I have a model of a Bleriot. The Boy Scouts of the Eagle Patrol
Next day, in fact, our exploits were given prominence in the newspapers, and I received a number of congratulatory telegrams; not forgetting one of a slightly different character which came from M. Bleriot. Learning to Fly A Practical Manual for Beginners
While the number of successful monoplanes is increasing rapidly, and there is some feature of advantage in nearly all the new makes, interest centers chiefly in the Santos-Dumont, Antoinette and Bleriot machines. Flying Machines: construction and operation; a practical book which shows, in illustrations, working plans and text, how to build and navigate the modern airship
This preceded Latham's first attempt to fly the Channel by two days, and five days later, on the 25th of the month, Bleriot made the first Channel crossing. A History of Aeronautics
On a line with the Humming-Bird, and at about the same elevation, were the Bleriot monoplane and a Wright biplane. Tom Swift and His Sky Racer, or, the Quickest Flight on Record
It was of the Bleriot type, and finished perfectly down to the minutest detail. The Boy Scouts of the Eagle Patrol
There was a strong probability—and Bleriot knew this better than anyone else—that the motor would fail before he reached the English shore, and that he would have to glide down into the sea. Learning to Fly A Practical Manual for Beginners
The latter won $13,600, but part of his winning flights were made in a Bleriot monoplane, and part in a Farman machine. Flying Machines: construction and operation; a practical book which shows, in illustrations, working plans and text, how to build and navigate the modern airship
Bleriot aimed at lateral balance by having the tip of each wing pivoted, though he soon fell into line with the Wrights and adopted the warping system. A History of Aeronautics
For instance, it is stated that there were thirty escadrilles of Bleriot monoplanes together with pilots at the front, in addition to thirty mixed escadrilles of the other prohibited types with their fliers. Aeroplanes and Dirigibles of War
On and on sped the little Bleriot, while Paul watched it with pride-flushed cheeks. The Boy Scouts of the Eagle Patrol
But Bleriot guessed—as was actually the case—that he would outdistance this vessel in his flight, and soon be lost to the view of those upon it. Learning to Fly A Practical Manual for Beginners
But, while this is the mathematical rule, Bleriot has demonstrated that it does not always hold good. Flying Machines: construction and operation; a practical book which shows, in illustrations, working plans and text, how to build and navigate the modern airship
These machines, added to an old Bleriot two-seater, appear to have constituted the British aeroplane fleet of the period. A History of Aeronautics
But his prophetic voice was of the utmost assistance to such inventors as Santos Dumont, the Wright brothers, M. Bleriot, and others now world-famed. The Mastery of the Air
The year 1909 saw the vindication of the enthusiasts, for in this summer Bleriot crossed the Channel in an aeroplane, and the first passenger-carrying Zeppelin airship was completed. British Airships, Past, Present, and Future
He carried an air-bag fixed inside the fusilage, it is true; but, in spite of this precaution, Bleriot knew he ran a very grave peril of being drowned. Learning to Fly A Practical Manual for Beginners
There are some machines, notably the Bleriot, in which the supporting power is much greater. Flying Machines: construction and operation; a practical book which shows, in illustrations, working plans and text, how to build and navigate the modern airship
The next day, Louis Bleriot, in flying from Toury to Artenay, made two landings en route, this being the first cross-country flight with landings. A History of Aeronautics
In the illustration of the Bleriot monoplane here given you will notice that there is one main plane, consisting of a pair of highly-cambered wings; hence the name "MONOplane". The Mastery of the Air
In a few minutes a great Bleriot monoplane like a hawk followed, yet further inwards. First and Last
But Bleriot, aware of the value at such moments of decision, had made up his mind. Learning to Fly A Practical Manual for Beginners
Paulhan, Farman, Bleriot, Wright, Curtiss, and all the rest of them began, and practiced for years, in the manner here described, being content to make just a little advancement at each attempt. Flying Machines: construction and operation; a practical book which shows, in illustrations, working plans and text, how to build and navigate the modern airship
Thus on the Monday, Lefebvre put up a record for rounding the course and Bleriot beat it, to be beaten in turn by Glenn Curtiss on his Curtiss-Herring biplane. A History of Aeronautics
In this race he made a magnificent flight in a 70-horse-power Bleriot monoplane, and came in some fifteen minutes before Mr. Hamel, the second pilot home. The Mastery of the Air
The crowd set up a cheer for her as she took her seat in a neat-looking monoplane of the Bleriot type. The Girl Aviators' Motor Butterfly
But by degrees, as the little Bleriot monoplane sank lower, and the forms could be more plainly seen, he began to grasp the truth. The Aeroplane Boys on the Wing Aeroplane Chums in the Tropics
These three rivals are the Curtiss and Voisin biplane type and the Bleriot monoplane pattern. Flying Machines: construction and operation; a practical book which shows, in illustrations, working plans and text, how to build and navigate the modern airship
Lefebvre was great fun, and when he had once found that his machine was not fast enough to compete for speed with the Bleriots, Antoinettes, and Curtiss, he kept to his metier of amusing people. A History of Aeronautics
He therefore talked the matter over with M. Bleriot, and began practising for his great ordeal. The Mastery of the Air
On July 13, Bleriot flew from Etampes to Chevilly, 26 miles, in 44 minutes and 30 seconds, and on July 25 he made the first flight across the British Channel, 32 miles, in 37 minutes. Marvels of Modern Science
You ask him if I am not competent to handle that Bleriot. Our Pilots in the Air
Bleriot has his rib pieces cut a little longer than required and, by springing them into place, secures the necessary curvature. Flying Machines: construction and operation; a practical book which shows, in illustrations, working plans and text, how to build and navigate the modern airship
It may be said that Louis Bleriot was responsible for the second great landmark in the history of successful flight. A History of Aeronautics
If the Wright brothers can lay claim to the title of "Fathers of the Biplane", then it is certain that M. Bleriot, the gallant French airman, can be styled the "Father of the Monoplane." The Mastery of the Air
The latest model of Bleriot known as No. 12 has beaten the time record of Glenn Curtiss' biplane with its 60 horse power motor. Marvels of Modern Science
But you be sure bring my enfant back safe, my Bleriot — Ah! Our Pilots in the Air
These deductions are based on each machine carrying one passenger, which is admittedly the limit at present of the monoplanes like those operated for record-making purposes by Santos-Dumont and Bleriot. Flying Machines: construction and operation; a practical book which shows, in illustrations, working plans and text, how to build and navigate the modern airship
Bleriot had studied Langley's work to a certain extent, and his sixth construction was a double monoplane based on the Langley principle. A History of Aeronautics
Meanwhile M. Bleriot had arrived on the scene; and on 25th July he crossed the Channel from Calais to Dover in thirty-seven minutes and was awarded the L1000 prize. The Mastery of the Air
That's a Bleriot - and the British army flying corps uses Bleriots. The Boy Scout Aviators
When Blaine and Erwin climbed into the Bleriot, bombs already stowed, and it was wheeled out in front of the hangar, everything was very quiet. Our Pilots in the Air
One peculiarity of the Bleriot construction is that, while the ribs of the main plane are curved, there is no preliminary bending of the pieces as in other forms of construction. Flying Machines: construction and operation; a practical book which shows, in illustrations, working plans and text, how to build and navigate the modern airship
A month after he had wrecked this without damaging himself—for Bleriot had as many miraculous escapes as any of the other fliers-he brought out number seven, a fairly average monoplane. A History of Aeronautics
Bleriot's fame was now firmly established, and on his return to France he received a magnificent welcome. The Mastery of the Air
Moreover, he had been investigating the Bleriot, and he discovered that it was one of the new safety type, with a gyroscope device to insure stability. The Boy Scout Aviators
I doubt if he gives us the Bleriot. Our Pilots in the Air
A good view of the Bleriot plane framework is given on page 63. Flying Machines: construction and operation; a practical book which shows, in illustrations, working plans and text, how to build and navigate the modern airship
On the 23rd of the month, Georges Chavez set out to fly across the Alps on a Bleriot monoplane. A History of Aeronautics
In the days when Bleriot provided a world sensation by flying across the Channel the new science was kept alive mainly by the private enterprise of newspapers and aeroplane manufacturers. The Mastery of the Air
A regiment had, in fact, just arrived, under the command of Colonel Masson and Monsieur de Bleriot, prefect of the department. The Fortune of the Rougons
In Hangar Four were two Bleriots all in trim order. Our Pilots in the Air
At this writing, less than a year from the day when Bleriot crossed the channel, the actual sales of flying machines outnumber the actual sales of automobiles in the first year of their commercial development. Flying Machines: construction and operation; a practical book which shows, in illustrations, working plans and text, how to build and navigate the modern airship
Bleriot, following, succeeded in covering one side of the triangular course, but then came down through grit in the carburettor. A History of Aeronautics
At last his Bleriot monoplane was wheeled out, and he was strapped, or harnessed, into his seat. The Mastery of the Air
Monsieur de Bleriot and Colonel Masson had entered the town alone, leaving their troops encamped on the Lyons road. The Fortune of the Rougons
He knew it, and he knew that Blaine probably knew it, but "What do you know about Bleriots, anyway?" he asked. Our Pilots in the Air
Bleriot, on the contrary, has his motor directly in front and preserves the center of gravity by taking his seat well back, this, with the weight of the aeroplane, acting as a counter-balance. Flying Machines: construction and operation; a practical book which shows, in illustrations, working plans and text, how to build and navigate the modern airship
The trip was made on a Wright biplane, and was the third Channel crossing by air, Bleriot having made the first, and Jacques de Lesseps the second. A History of Aeronautics
No one with the exception of M. Bleriot and the mechanics were present at the Buc aerodrome, near Versailles, when Mr. Hucks had his monoplane brought out with the intention of looping the loop. The Mastery of the Air
No doubt Monsieur de Bleriot already knew the story of the hammer, for the retired almond-dealer turned as red as a young girl, and seemed to be saying that he had only done his duty. The Fortune of the Rougons
The Bleriot which Erwin was now piloting, though far in the upper air, was seen to be whirling round and returning, apparently to Blaine's rescue. Our Pilots in the Air
Four competitors started, of which two finished, the winner, E. Ovington, in a Bleriot machine. Flying Machines: construction and operation; a practical book which shows, in illustrations, working plans and text, how to build and navigate the modern airship
It was known as the Grade monoplane, and was a blend of the Bleriot and Santos-Dumont machines, with a tail suggestive of the Antoinette type. A History of Aeronautics
On coming to earth M. Bleriot heartily congratulated the brave Englishman. The Mastery of the Air
In vain did Colonel Masson and the prefect, Monsieur de Bleriot, overcome by pity, order a retreat. The Fortune of the Rougons
Well it was for the young man that his own Bleriot was one of the best of the up-to-date fighting planes. Our Pilots in the Air
For the guidance of those who may wish to build a machine of the monoplane type after the Santos-Dumont or Bleriot models, the following details will be found useful. Flying Machines: construction and operation; a practical book which shows, in illustrations, working plans and text, how to build and navigate the modern airship
Bleriot immediately entered his machine for the prize and took up his quarters at Barraques. A History of Aeronautics
To start with, his machine—a 50-horse-power Bleriot monoplane—was said by the makers to be unsuitable for the performance. The Mastery of the Air
Sufficient to say it was modeled after the one in which Bleriot made his first flight across the English channel. Tom Swift and His Wireless Message: or, the castaways of Earthquake island
One larger molded shot ripped through the tail of the Bleriot, ricocheted obliquely and hit that same tank again, but with more force. Our Pilots in the Air
Bleriot—No. XI, the latest of the Bleriot productions, and the greatest record maker of the lot, is 28 feet in spread of main plane, and depth of 6 feet in largest part. Flying Machines: construction and operation; a practical book which shows, in illustrations, working plans and text, how to build and navigate the modern airship
Bleriot had no means of telling direction, and any change of wind might have driven him out over the North Sea, to be lost, as were Cecil Grace and Hamel later on. A History of Aeronautics
Two machines were already in flight, a little yellow Demoiselle, scurrying around close to the earth like a frightened hen, and a Bleriot, high overhead, making slow and graceful turns like a huge bird. The Silent Bullet
On the other hand, the French monoplane, of which the Bleriot is the best known example, has wings with well rounded extremities, and flaring tail, so that the two can be readily distinguished. Aeroplanes
"That Bleriot, like yourself, mon comrade, is in the hospital; that is, the repair shop." Our Pilots in the Air
Bleriot also uses a two-blade wooden propeller, but it is placed in front of his machine. Flying Machines: construction and operation; a practical book which shows, in illustrations, working plans and text, how to build and navigate the modern airship
It was mainly composed of Maurice Farman two-seater biplanes and Bleriot monoplanes—the latter type banned for a period on account of a number of serious accidents that took place in 1912. A History of Aeronautics
"That would be Johnny Oates going out in his Bleriot," some one remarked. Kingdom of the Blind
The Wrights, using a 25-horsepower motor, have made 44 miles an hour, while Bleriot, with a 50-horsepower motor, has a record of a short-distance flight at the rate of 52 miles an hour. Flying Machines: construction and operation; a practical book which shows, in illustrations, working plans and text, how to build and navigate the modern airship
Bleriot—V-shaped stabilizing fin, projecting from rear of plane, with broad end outward; to the broad end of this fin is hinged a vertical rudder; horizontal biplane rudder, also in rear, under the fin. Flying Machines: construction and operation; a practical book which shows, in illustrations, working plans and text, how to build and navigate the modern airship
These are: The monoplane, a one-surfaced plane, like that used by Bleriot. Flying Machines: construction and operation; a practical book which shows, in illustrations, working plans and text, how to build and navigate the modern airship
The only accident of the day came when Bleriot damaged his propeller in colliding with a haycock. A History of Aeronautics
Shortly after the flight had been accomplished, it was announced that the Bleriot firm would construct similar machines for sale at L400 apiece—a good commentary on the prices of those days. A History of Aeronautics
Bleriot's state, with an abscess in the burnt foot which had to control the elevator of his machine, renders his success all the more remarkable. A History of Aeronautics
Bleriot, fresh from his Channel conquest, was there, together with Henry Farman, Paulhan, Curtiss, Latham, and the Comte de Lambert, first pupil of the Wright machine in Europe to achieve a reputation as an aviator. A History of Aeronautics
It will enable them to better understand and appreciate the performances of the daring men like the Wright brothers, Curtiss, Bleriot, Farman, Paulhan, Latham, and others, whose bold experiments have made aviation an actuality. Flying Machines: construction and operation; a practical book which shows, in illustrations, working plans and text, how to build and navigate the modern airship
Bleriot, turning out in the morning, made a landing in some such fashion as flooded the carburettor and caused it to catch fire. A History of Aeronautics
Timed at Issy, the speed of the machine was given as 36 miles an hour, and as Bleriot accomplished the Channel flight of 20 miles in 37 minutes, he probably had a slight following wind. A History of Aeronautics
The honour, second only to that of the Wright Brothers, remains with Bleriot. A History of Aeronautics
It was wrecked in December of 1907, whereupon he built another monoplane on which, on July 6th, 1908, Bleriot made a flight lasting eight and a half minutes. A History of Aeronautics
The Bleriot monoplane is probably the most dangerous rival, as this make of machine has a record of 54 miles per hour, has crossed the English channel, and has lifted two passengers besides the operator. Flying Machines: construction and operation; a practical book which shows, in illustrations, working plans and text, how to build and navigate the modern airship
Glenn Curtis tried to beat Bleriot's time for a lap of the course, but failed. A History of Aeronautics
Bleriot himself was badly burned, since the petrol tank burst and, in the end, only the metal parts of the machine were left. A History of Aeronautics
Latham is the darling of the Gods, to whom Fate has only been unkind in the matter of the Channel flight, and only then because the honour belonged to Bleriot. A History of Aeronautics
Bleriot's first four machines were biplanes, and his fifth, a monoplane, was wrecked almost immediately after its construction. A History of Aeronautics
Men like the Wrights, Curtiss, Bleriot, Farman, Paulhan and others, are now experts, but there was a time, and it was not long ago, when they were unskilled. Flying Machines: construction and operation; a practical book which shows, in illustrations, working plans and text, how to build and navigate the modern airship
Bleriot had his machine taken out from its shelter and prepared for flight. A History of Aeronautics
Most of you know that there is very little difference between that machine and the 50 horse-power Bleriot of three years ago.' A History of Aeronautics
I can take a good example of the way improvement in piloting has outdistanced improvement in machines—in the case of myself, my 'looping' Bleriot. A History of Aeronautics
Another early example of the radial type of engine was the French Anzani, of which type one was fitted to the machine with which Bleriot first crossed the English Channel—this was of 25 horse-power. A History of Aeronautics
In the Bleriot and other prominent machines the reverse is the rule—two wheels in front and one in the rear. Flying Machines: construction and operation; a practical book which shows, in illustrations, working plans and text, how to build and navigate the modern airship
By this time flying had dropped so far from the marvellous that this second conquest of the Channel aroused but slight public interest in comparison with Bleriot's feat. A History of Aeronautics
Bleriot was carrying out experiments with a biplane glider on the Seine, and Robert Esnault-Pelterie was working on the lines of the Wright Brothers, bringing American practice to France. A History of Aeronautics
And yet there are still quite a number of people who persist in stating that Bleriot was the first man to fly across the Channel! A History of Aeronautics
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