| 单词 | aeronaut |
| 例句 | “I think an aeronaut is free. I think an aeronaut may be the freest of all humankind.” Dragonwings 1975-01-01T00:00:00Z While the aeronaut came to the sledge, Lyra slipped away and spoke to the bear. The Golden Compass 1995-07-01T00:00:00Z And because the Texan aeronaut was one of the very few humans Iorek had ever esteemed, he accepted the man’s last gift to him. The Amber Spyglass 2000-10-10T00:00:00Z In the faint, faint light she made out the lean form and the sardonic smile of the Texan aeronaut, and her hand reached forward of its own accord, in vain. The Amber Spyglass 2000-10-10T00:00:00Z The others all walked around Dragonwings while Father explained things between bites of meat dumpling, trying to convert the jargon of aeronauts into common speech. Dragonwings 1975-01-01T00:00:00Z “I guess part of her knows that,” said the aeronaut. The Golden Compass 1995-07-01T00:00:00Z Serafina Pekkala called to the aeronaut, and he woke at once, groggy with cold, but aware from the movement of the basket dial something was wrong. The Golden Compass 1995-07-01T00:00:00Z “And that’s a task that includes protecting Lyra,” the aeronaut reminded him. The Subtle Knife 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z “Whom do you ask to help an aeronaut? The winds? The dragons?” Dragonwings 1975-01-01T00:00:00Z The aeronaut checked his instruments from time to time, chewed on the cigar he would never light with the inflammable hydrogen so close, and huddled deeper into his own furs. The Golden Compass 1995-07-01T00:00:00Z They were the only birds which made a practice of slipping off height to land—except occasionally the oldest, gayest and most beautiful of all the conscious aeronauts, the raven. The Once and Future King 1958-01-01T00:00:00Z He was perfectly aware of the peril they were in, but he held back from implying that the aeronaut wasn’t. The Subtle Knife 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z From now on he was an aeronaut no more, unless by some miracle he escaped with his life and found enough money to buy another balloon. The Subtle Knife 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z Future aeronauts would call these little wings elevators, because they forced the aeroplane up and down in the air. Dragonwings 1975-01-01T00:00:00Z As the Wrights wrote Father, banking had always been a problem for earlier aeronauts who had tried to do that simply by shifting their weight around inside the aeroplane. Dragonwings 1975-01-01T00:00:00Z So Charlotte told him about another cousin of hers who was an aeronaut. Charlotte's Web 1952-10-15T00:00:00Z “We’re leaving here on the warm updraft. This is our moment for setting forth. We are aeronauts and we are going out into the world to make webs for ourselves.” Charlotte's Web 1952-10-15T00:00:00Z “An aeronaut. He brought us here and then we crashed. Here you are, here’s the alethiometer. It’s all in good order.” The Golden Compass 1995-07-01T00:00:00Z At once the aeronaut lowered his arm in a signal, and the witches let go of the rope. The Golden Compass 1995-07-01T00:00:00Z Lyra herded them onward, wondering how the aeronaut had got his balloon that far. The Golden Compass 1995-07-01T00:00:00Z The doves are edgy, cute and a little clownish; the cardinals are confident but wary; the flycatchers are manic aeronauts; the warblers are always on the move. One of a gardener’s greatest joys: The return of birds during nesting season 2016-04-19T04:00:00Z In Matt Phelan’s up-tempo “The Sheep, the Rooster, and the Duck,” the answer is this: Three 18th-century French animal aeronauts also happen to be the most extraordinary secret agents in the world. New Middle Grade Fiction From the Authors of ‘Wicked’ and ‘Knights vs. Dinosaurs’ 2022-03-17T04:00:00Z His advanced technical innovations with balloon reconnaissance prompted President Lincoln to make him “chief aeronaut” of the Union army’s balloon corps. How a 1910 air show launched L.A.’s rise to aerospace capital 2023-01-10T05:00:00Z Now, Seattle Ballooning’s aeronauts will become regulars overhead in the region during the fall, when the weather is less reliable in Seattle, Cohen said. Seattle Ballooning opens permanent Walla Walla location 2022-09-04T04:00:00Z Directed by Tom Harper, the movie is inspired by the true story of Victorian scientist James Glaisher and the aeronaut Henry Coxwell. Dems announce two impeachment charges 2019-12-10T05:00:00Z Miranda plays aeronaut Lee Scoresby — a character he likens to “a mix between Han Solo, Gary Cooper in ‘High Noon,’ and Bugs Bunny.” The film version flopped. How a harrowing flight revived 'His Dark Materials' for TV 2019-11-04T05:00:00Z Lin plays Texan aeronaut and adventurer, Lee Scoresby, in the TV adaptation of the fantastical trilogy which starts on BBC One on Sunday. 'I fell in love to His Dark Materials' 2019-11-03T04:00:00Z The telegraph made signals intelligence important Union forces, in particular, used aerial reconnaissance: hydrogen-filled balloons were as sent as high as 1,000ft, aeronauts dangling in wicker baskets to scope out battlefields. Lincoln's spies: Elizabeth Van Lew, southern sexism and the winning of a secret war 2019-08-17T04:00:00Z It wasn’t until later, when ordinary people became aeronauts, that the airline industry became economically viable. The Race to Develop the Moon 2019-04-29T04:00:00Z As a result, common swifts are among nature’s greatest aeronauts, superbly adapted for a life spent largely in the skies. These Birds Fly Almost a Year Without Landing Magical, beautiful aeronauts, slow-moving enough for children to catch, stingless, and they don’t carry diseases. The enchanting, worldwide spectacle of fireflies 2016-04-21T04:00:00Z Well, there will be a person making inquiries about the mysterious aeronaut. The Million Dollar Mystery Novelized from the Scenario of F. Lonergan 2012-03-15T02:00:21.153Z All being ready, the aeronaut started from a platform which had been built in the topmost branches. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Vol IV. No. XX. January, 1852. 2012-02-24T03:00:24.390Z Thus our aeronaut's balloon is complete, and she sits in the middle of it, drifting whither the breeze may carry her. Eye Spy Afield with Nature Among Flowers and Animate Things 2012-02-24T03:00:23.760Z Gentlemen, it pains me to state that our aeronaut is confined to his bed and will be unable to-night to make his customary balloon ascension and descent in the parachute. Unfettered A Novel 2012-02-12T03:00:15.143Z The balloon takes fire, and the aeronaut is precipitated. The Dance of Death Exhibited in Elegant Engravings on Wood with a Dissertation on the Several Representations of that Subject but More Particularly on Those Ascribed to Macaber and Hans Holbein 2012-02-02T03:04:33.900Z It finally struck against a chimney; the aeronauts were flung out insensible, and the balloon destroyed. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Vol. 3, No. 15, August, 1851 2011-12-27T03:00:07.217Z There was a perfect silence—a few seconds of intense suspense—and then the aeronauts in the car felt a jerk upon the latch. Harper's New Monthly Magazine Vol. IV, No. 19, Dec 1851 2011-12-25T03:00:11.297Z There was a terrible earnestness about this daring aeronaut’s face that awed even Rory into silence. Wild Adventures round the Pole The Cruise of the "Snowbird" Crew in the "Arrandoon" 2011-12-15T03:00:12.560Z Aye! aye! and 'tis full of wind, but so was the great Montgolfier balloon, and surely every aeronaut is a hero, even in his descents at the tail-end of a parachute. The Passionate Elopement 2011-12-02T03:00:19.930Z Companies of aeronauts were formed and trained, and Bonaparte took one of them with him to Egypt, but the British captured all the apparatus for the generation of gas. The International Monthly, Vol. II, No. I December 1, 1850 2011-10-29T02:00:14.677Z It may be raised by throwing out ballast or lowered by letting out gas, but further than this the aeronaut has no control over its movements. The Story of Great Inventions 2011-10-05T02:00:16.353Z Our guardian aeronaut gives each of us a bag of ballast, and directs us to throw out its contents when he calls each of us by name, and in such quantities only as he specifies. Harper's New Monthly Magazine Vol. IV, No. 19, Dec 1851 2011-12-25T03:00:11.297Z Two anchors quit the car at the same time—one thrown by the aeronaut himself, one by Allan, and the ropes are speedily made fast. Wild Adventures round the Pole The Cruise of the "Snowbird" Crew in the "Arrandoon" 2011-12-15T03:00:12.560Z Nor, it would appear, was the peril under the conditions of aerial navigation in its earliest stages limited to the aeronaut himself. Benjamin Franklin; Self-Revealed, Volume II (of 2) A Biographical and Critical Study Based Mainly on his own Writings 2011-08-16T02:00:39.793Z The other great plan of air navigation receiving the attention of scientists and aeronauts is the aeroplane system. Inventions in the Century 2011-07-20T02:00:14.643Z To the aeronaut the balloon seems to be in a dead calm. The Story of Great Inventions 2011-10-05T02:00:16.353Z Every thing fell out of the car, the aeronauts just having time to secure a painful and precarious attachment to the hoop. Harper's New Monthly Magazine Vol. IV, No. 19, Dec 1851 2011-12-25T03:00:11.297Z Everything was got ready under the supervision of the aeronaut, ably assisted by the carpenter and crew and little Ap. Wild Adventures round the Pole The Cruise of the "Snowbird" Crew in the "Arrandoon" 2011-12-15T03:00:12.560Z Of course we couldn’t set a real airship rotating bodily; no aeronaut’s head would stand it if we could. King of the Air Or, To Morocco on an Aeroplane 2011-06-17T02:00:22.043Z “Look sharp, now, and follow closely,” spoke the aeronaut. Airship Andy or The Luck of a Brave Boy 2011-06-13T02:00:31.130Z Many years ago Wise and Donaldson, the American aeronauts, proposed to cross the Atlantic Ocean in a balloon. Sounding the Ocean of Air 2011-05-31T02:00:35.603Z One aeronaut declared that his head became so contracted by his great elevation, that his hat tumbled over his eyes, and persisted in resting on the bridge of his nose. Harper's New Monthly Magazine Vol. IV, No. 19, Dec 1851 2011-12-25T03:00:11.297Z Several balloon flights were made, the aeronaut always making most careful calculations for days before starting, and generally succeeding in catching a favourable time. Wild Adventures round the Pole The Cruise of the "Snowbird" Crew in the "Arrandoon" 2011-12-15T03:00:12.560Z No doubt the story of what had happened before had spread for many miles through the country, and short shrift would be given to the aeronauts if again they were brought to earth. King of the Air Or, To Morocco on an Aeroplane 2011-06-17T02:00:22.043Z “Now, then,” called out the aeronaut in a highly-satisfied tone, “if you can get to the seat just behind me, fetching the rope with you, we’ll soon be out of this tangle.” Airship Andy or The Luck of a Brave Boy 2011-06-13T02:00:31.130Z Berson, with the aeronaut Spencer, in the balloon Excelsior, rose from the Crystal Palace in London to the height of 27,300 feet, where he observed a temperature of -29°. Sounding the Ocean of Air 2011-05-31T02:00:35.603Z Balloonery.—"We went spinning through the air!" said an enthusiastic aeronaut, describing his recent trial trip. Mr. Punch On Tour 2011-05-22T02:00:12.297Z Just one week after the burial of Ted Wilson, De Vere, the French aeronaut, was attacked, and in three days’ time he was dead. Wild Adventures round the Pole The Cruise of the "Snowbird" Crew in the "Arrandoon" 2011-12-15T03:00:12.560Z Professor Williams, the aeronaut, had not yet put in appearance. Leo the Circus Boy 2011-04-12T02:00:28.110Z “Hey, you!” he yelled, waving his hands up at the aeronaut. Airship Andy or The Luck of a Brave Boy 2011-06-13T02:00:31.130Z This apparatus when caught by a gust of wind, actually lifted the aeronaut. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 5 "Fleury, Claude" to "Foraker" 2011-04-03T02:00:20.883Z The third is the experience of an aeronaut with a madman while making an ascent. Brother Against Brother The War on the Border 2011-02-09T03:00:46.430Z About a week after the bear adventure De Vere, the aeronaut, was breakfasting in the saloon, as he always did when there was anything “grand in the wind,” as Rory styled the situation. Wild Adventures round the Pole The Cruise of the "Snowbird" Crew in the "Arrandoon" 2011-12-15T03:00:12.560Z Yet here it appears to be the one thing wanting to give success to that despair of aeronauts, military ballooning. Asbestos Its production and use, with some account of the asbestos mines of Canada 2011-02-01T03:00:13.163Z “Keep right on,” ordered the aeronaut to Andy in a low tone. Airship Andy or The Luck of a Brave Boy 2011-06-13T02:00:31.130Z The whole machine, with aeronaut, weighed about 1100 ℔, the weight of the motor being reputed to be 200 ℔ Plate I. Fig. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 5 "Fleury, Claude" to "Foraker" 2011-04-03T02:00:20.883Z Varying in size from 5000 to 20,000 cu. foot capacity, the gas-bag is covered with a 'net', from which is hung the 'basket' for the accommodation of the aeronaut, or pilot, and passengers. The New Gresham Encyclopedia. Vol. 1 Part 3 Atrebates to Bedlis A register was kept of the services of aeronauts during the siege. The Postage Stamp in War Lunardi, the aeronaut, having made an ascent in his balloon at Edinburgh, came down on the property of a Presbyterian minister in the neighbourhood of Cupar. Friend Mac Donald “See here,” he whispered quickly to the aeronaut; “that man just snapped the trigger to scare us, and I don’t believe the old blunderbuss is loaded.” Airship Andy or The Luck of a Brave Boy 2011-06-13T02:00:31.130Z "Blank it all, she's chartered, the High Tariff is," was the aeronaut's invariable reply. A Republic Without a President and Other Stories Both aeronauts nearly perished from the effects of the cold and rarefaction of the atmosphere. The New Gresham Encyclopedia. Vol. 1 Part 3 Atrebates to Bedlis But other aeronauts have met the counter-trade at different altitudes, and in both clear and stormy weather. The Philosophy of the Weather And a Guide to Its Changes "We have been up a prodigious way," said the aeronaut to the minister; "I really believe we must have been close to the gates of Paradise." Friend Mac Donald “All ready,” spoke the aeronaut to Andy, as the latter reached the seat. Airship Andy or The Luck of a Brave Boy 2011-06-13T02:00:31.130Z By this time the balloon was so low down that the aeronaut's feet were nearly in the water. A Republic Without a President and Other Stories To him fell the Daedalus passage at the beginning of the book: his rendering was picturesque and contained such gems as 'Intrepid aeronaut' and 'Bird-man.' Years of Plenty It was so found by the investigations of the Kew Observatory Committee referred to; has been so found by other aeronauts, and may readily be seen by a careful, practiced observer. The Philosophy of the Weather And a Guide to Its Changes Flying cadets in the Signal Corps, who are candidates for commissions as aviators or aeronauts, also have a status of their own. The Style Book of The Detroit News There was a whir, a delicious tremulous lifting movement that now made Andy thrill all over, and the biplane backed as the aeronaut pulled a lever. Airship Andy or The Luck of a Brave Boy 2011-06-13T02:00:31.130Z The aeronaut, having less awe to the cubic inch in his make-up than his companions, was the first to speak. A Republic Without a President and Other Stories In 1848 he became a professional aeronaut, making numerous public ascents in the chief continental cities. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 6 "Coucy-le-Château" to "Crocodile" Testu, Wise, and other aeronauts, have so found it, and the hail tells us it is so. The Philosophy of the Weather And a Guide to Its Changes On an inquiry being opened it was found that the aeronauts were none other than two German officers, and that the balloon forms part of the German Army matériel. International Incidents for Discussion in Conversation Classes “Now, hold tight and enjoy yourself,” spoke the aeronaut, reversing the machine. Airship Andy or The Luck of a Brave Boy 2011-06-13T02:00:31.130Z Nothing daunted, Swift took the aeronaut by the arm, offered him a cigar, and pointed towards the Buzzard mountains. A Republic Without a President and Other Stories The victory which the French achieved over the Austrians, on the plains of Fleurus, in June, 1794, is ascribed to the observations made by two of their aeronauts. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Vol. 2, No. 8, January, 1851 It was seen by Guy Lussac, and has been by other aeronauts, at an elevation of five miles, or more, when too delicate to be visible below. The Philosophy of the Weather And a Guide to Its Changes Luckily for the aeronaut, the accident was seen by the master of a steamer, who sent a boat to his assistance, but the machine was lost. Gossip in the First Decade of Victoria's Reign The aeronaut sat grim and watchful in the pilot seat of the glider, never speaking a word. Airship Andy or The Luck of a Brave Boy 2011-06-13T02:00:31.130Z Which elicited the fact that Kenneth had thrown away the instruments by which the aeronaut informs himself of his location and the direction of his course. The Strand Magazine, Volume V, Issue 26, February 1893 An Illustrated Monthly Its scattered fragments, with the mangled bodies of the unfortunate aeronauts, who were probably killed by the explosion of the hydrogen gas, were found near the sea-shore, about four miles from Boulogne. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Vol. 2, No. 8, January, 1851 Gay-Lussac, and other aeronauts, have seen a thin cloud stratum at the height of 20,000 to 30,000 feet, not visible at the earth, although some degree of mistiness and obscurity were observed. The Philosophy of the Weather And a Guide to Its Changes Naturally the aeronaut's first thought in his new construction was of the valves. Aircraft and Submarines The Story of the Invention, Development, and Present-Day Uses of War's Newest Weapons “This is the stable,” said the aeronaut, showing Andy how to get from his seat on the delicate and complicated apparatus of the flyer. Airship Andy or The Luck of a Brave Boy 2011-06-13T02:00:31.130Z Against his will he was forced into the upper air in his furious pursuit of the "political aeronauts." Shelley, Godwin and Their Circle "Yes, I have legs—rather long ones," returned the aeronaut, genially. The Harmsworth Magazine, v. 1, 1898-1899, No. 2 He travelled nine leagues in the air, conducting his balloon with an ability not surpassed by modern aeronauts. A Winter Amid the Ice and Other Thrilling Stories He had noticed in his days of free ballooning that to rise the aeronaut had to throw out sand-ballast; to descend he had to open the valves and let out gas. Aircraft and Submarines The Story of the Invention, Development, and Present-Day Uses of War's Newest Weapons “You only think so,” said the aeronaut, the smile of experience upon his practical but good-humored face. Airship Andy or The Luck of a Brave Boy 2011-06-13T02:00:31.130Z His father was an aeronaut who was an expert on airships, got killed in an accident to an aeroplane last year, and left his son some little money. Ralph on the Overland Express The Trials and Triumphs of a Young Engineer The aeronaut paused, and then planted this shot squarely in the Colonel's astonished person. The Harmsworth Magazine, v. 1, 1898-1899, No. 2 Monsieur," he resumed, "I have studied this, and I am convinced that the first aeronauts guided their balloons. A Winter Amid the Ice and Other Thrilling Stories Though no records of assured accuracy are available, the names of forty-eight aeronauts who gave up their lives in the century following the Montgolfiers' invention are recorded. Aircraft and Submarines The Story of the Invention, Development, and Present-Day Uses of War's Newest Weapons The aeronaut looked Andy over critically, “That little frame building at the end of the tent is where we keep house,” he explained. Airship Andy or The Luck of a Brave Boy 2011-06-13T02:00:31.130Z Many a trained aviator never learned to drive his engine and balance his plane with the cool cleverness and judgment of this young and untried aeronaut. Battling the Clouds or, For a Comrade's Honor But," objected the Colonel, omitting to notice a slight horticultural mistake of the aeronaut's, "but how do you manage about the watering? The Harmsworth Magazine, v. 1, 1898-1899, No. 2 The aeronauts were only one hundred yards high. A Winter Amid the Ice and Other Thrilling Stories This solicitude for the fears of the spectators, standing safely on solid earth while the first aeronauts sailed skywards, is characteristically Gallic. Aircraft and Submarines The Story of the Invention, Development, and Present-Day Uses of War's Newest Weapons “It’s yours for the choosing,” said the aeronaut. Airship Andy or The Luck of a Brave Boy 2011-06-13T02:00:31.130Z The naturalist school of aeronauts declared against it. The War in the Air; Vol. 1 The Part played in the Great War by the Royal Air Force "I fancied they were spring flowers," said the aeronaut in a stage-aside. The Harmsworth Magazine, v. 1, 1898-1899, No. 2 The two aeronauts must then remain motionless at each extremity of this gallery, for the moist straw which filled it forbade them all motion. A Winter Amid the Ice and Other Thrilling Stories But the device on which the aeronaut most prided himself proved his undoing. Aircraft and Submarines The Story of the Invention, Development, and Present-Day Uses of War's Newest Weapons When they got back to camp, the aeronaut showed Andy where he would sleep, and told him something about the routine. Airship Andy or The Luck of a Brave Boy 2011-06-13T02:00:31.130Z A French aeronaut, killed by the explosion of a balloon. Little Folks (December 1884) A Magazine for the Young Reginald Hampton, the distinguished aeronaut, was at the mercy of any wind that chose to do him an ill turn. The Harmsworth Magazine, v. 1, 1898-1899, No. 2 Then the aeronauts added to the fire, crossed the Boulevard, and descended beyond the Enfer barrier. A Winter Amid the Ice and Other Thrilling Stories "The head of a cod and the tail of a mackerel," was the way Marey-Monge, the French aeronaut described it. Aircraft and Submarines The Story of the Invention, Development, and Present-Day Uses of War's Newest Weapons “He was once a confidence man,” explained the aeronaut. Airship Andy or The Luck of a Brave Boy 2011-06-13T02:00:31.130Z Flying-machines of a construction unknown to us are also mentioned, on which bold aeronauts traversed the air. Museum of Antiquity A Description of Ancient Life The Doctor had treated these symptoms in each as they occurred, and our friends had experienced but little of the inconvenience due to this cause that is suffered by most aeronauts. Doctor Jones' Picnic Their courage had failed them at the moment of undertaking one of those excursions which, thanks to the ability of living aeronauts, are free from all danger. A Winter Amid the Ice and Other Thrilling Stories Signs and faint shouts from the aeronauts appeared to indicate that their errand was at least friendly, if not involuntary. Aircraft and Submarines The Story of the Invention, Development, and Present-Day Uses of War's Newest Weapons Lying covered up on a couch, his right arm in splints, and looking pale and distressed, was the aeronaut. Airship Andy or The Luck of a Brave Boy 2011-06-13T02:00:31.130Z In 1802 an aeronaut ascended from the gardens in a balloon, and the last public entertainment was a ball given by the Knights of the Bath in 1803. Chelsea The Fascination of London We are only aeronauts who have been to the North Pole. Doctor Jones' Picnic Towards the middle of the transit the aeronauts threw over their books and tools. A Winter Amid the Ice and Other Thrilling Stories I say "amuse" purposely, for never did serious aeronaut get so much fun out of a rather perilous pastime as he. Aircraft and Submarines The Story of the Invention, Development, and Present-Day Uses of War's Newest Weapons Mr. Morse, the inventor, and Scipio, the cook, made a frantic rush for the aeronaut. Airship Andy or The Luck of a Brave Boy 2011-06-13T02:00:31.130Z The enterprising aeronaut went up from the island of El Pico, carried by wild swans. Moon Lore How beautiful the little town and surrounding country appeared to the aeronauts in the early morning light from their one thousand feet elevation. Doctor Jones' Picnic Besides, the permeability of the tissue served to reduce the inflation little by little, and in an hour and a half the aeronauts perceived that they were descending. A Winter Amid the Ice and Other Thrilling Stories Hastily shifting his weights the aeronaut forced the prow of the ship upwards to a sharp angle with the earth. Aircraft and Submarines The Story of the Invention, Development, and Present-Day Uses of War's Newest Weapons The aeronaut was busy half the morning seeing to the machine, while Mr. Morse flitted about adjusting a device suggested by the intelligent Tsilsuma for folding the floats under the aeroplane. Airship Andy or The Luck of a Brave Boy 2011-06-13T02:00:31.130Z The balloon descended over one of the greatest cities, and the aeronaut took up his station at the highest point, on the church steeple. Fairy Tales of Hans Christian Andersen Instead of this, the aeronaut finds the earth presenting the appearance of a great hollow basin, or of the concave side of a well-curved shield. Myths and Marvels of Astronomy The communications between the aeronaut and his agents who held the balloon were made by means of small white, red, and yellow flags. A Winter Amid the Ice and Other Thrilling Stories He clung to the spherical balloon long after the impossibility of controlling it in the air was accepted as unavoidable by aeronauts. Aircraft and Submarines The Story of the Invention, Development, and Present-Day Uses of War's Newest Weapons When the word came Andy started the motor, and a friend of the aeronaut tugged at the propellers. Airship Andy or The Luck of a Brave Boy 2011-06-13T02:00:31.130Z They usually do, as the majority of German aeronauts carry only rifles; the French now all have mitrailleuses. New York Times Current History; The European War, Vol 2, No. 4, July, 1915 April-September, 1915 Unable to identify the winged aeronauts, I clambered about over the rocks of the summit for a while, then slowly made my way down the southern declivity of the mountain for a short distance. Birds of the Rockies The three intrepid aeronauts could only observe the state of the barometer by aid of a dark lantern. A Winter Amid the Ice and Other Thrilling Stories The aeronaut had rounded the Tower finely and was making for home when the motor began to miss and threatened to stop altogether. Aircraft and Submarines The Story of the Invention, Development, and Present-Day Uses of War's Newest Weapons “Come over here, Andy,” directed the aeronaut, leading the way to a corner of the apartment so the others could not overhear their conversation. Airship Andy or The Luck of a Brave Boy 2011-06-13T02:00:31.130Z Isn't he jest the cut for an aeronaut, an' the right age to train as an acrobat? Two Little Travellers A Story for Girls By and by the call appeared to be coming nearer, and the little aeronaut swept down with a swiftness that made my blood tingle, and alighted on a rock as lightly as a snowflake. Birds of the Rockies So they had sent for Prof. Samuel A. King, an aeronaut of distinction. Illustrated Science for Boys and Girls The wind seemed to be rising and the faces of the experienced aeronauts grew graver and graver, answers to the constantly repeated question, "Where is it likely to come down?" becoming increasingly vague. Faces and Places “Every dollar I’ve got, judge,” responded the aeronaut with emphasis, “so long as he gets free.” Airship Andy or The Luck of a Brave Boy 2011-06-13T02:00:31.130Z "Not the little, red, squeaky kind," added Sir Thorald; "Molly, he is an amateur aeronaut." Lorraine A romance Andree had been to the polar regions before, and being something of an aeronaut, believed that he could reach or pass over the pole in a balloon. Wealth of the World's Waste Places and Oceania I want to save the balloon,” answered the aeronaut. Illustrated Science for Boys and Girls I saw in a moment that the apparition was a balloon, and that the aeronaut was only emptying ballast. Campaigns of a Non-Combatant, and His Romaunt Abroad During the War “Do you hear what this boy says?” thundered the aeronaut, moving down on Tyrrell with threatening mien. Airship Andy or The Luck of a Brave Boy 2011-06-13T02:00:31.130Z There is a curious description of David Cos lying on the ground "to possess his spirit in humility and peace," of Copley Fielding, as an aeronaut, "casting his whole soul into space." Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, No. CCCXXXVI. October, 1843. Vol. LIV. The fearless aeronauts seemed entirely at their ease while they were ascending to the dizzy height. Rollo in Paris We basely suggest that it would bring a high price—but sell soon, because after a while there'd be thousands of them hawked around— We weakly drop a hint to the aeronauts. The Book of the Damned Just here, I drew a field-glass from the aeronaut, and reconnoitred the streets of the city. Campaigns of a Non-Combatant, and His Romaunt Abroad During the War Quick as a flash the hand of the aeronaut shot out for the throat of Tyrrell. Airship Andy or The Luck of a Brave Boy 2011-06-13T02:00:31.130Z Now was the time when a bit of scamped work by the mechanic is paid for by the life of the aeronaut. Danger! and Other Stories But, while useful in conserving the balloon's energy, the drag rope is a source of constant peril to aeronauts, of terror to people on the earth, and of damage to property. The Red-Blooded Heroes of the Frontier Upon leaving this balloon, the aeronauts had pulled the "rip cord," "turning it inside out." The Book of the Damned No," the aeronaut exclaimed, "the silk is acting as a parachute, now, and checking the descent. The Young Franc Tireurs And Their Adventures in the Franco-Prussian War “Don’t collapse, lad,” directed the aeronaut anxiously—“the best is to come.” Airship Andy or The Luck of a Brave Boy 2011-06-13T02:00:31.130Z On this occasion one of the rascals chanced to be a man named Jules Garrone, who, over across the water had been something of an aeronaut and aviator. The Airplane Boys among the Clouds or, Young Aviators in a Wreck This voyage also remained, I believe, the world's record for distance until 1900, and still remains the American record—and lucky, indeed, will be the aeronaut who beats it. The Red-Blooded Heroes of the Frontier A sheep, a cockerel, and a duck, were the first aeronauts! Up in the Clouds Balloon Voyages If it is," the aeronaut said, "the wind must be blowing half a gale, up here; and must have changed entirely, either to the west or south. The Young Franc Tireurs And Their Adventures in the Franco-Prussian War Appearing at the doorway he attracted the attention of the aeronaut and beckoned to him. Airship Andy or The Luck of a Brave Boy 2011-06-13T02:00:31.130Z Frank always said he was just forced to take to being an aeronaut. The Airplane Boys among the Clouds or, Young Aviators in a Wreck H. Donaldson, by far the most brilliant and daring professional aeronaut of his day, and a clever athlete and gymnast. The Red-Blooded Heroes of the Frontier The shades of night were falling, and the sun had already set, when the enthusiastic aeronaut re-entered the car, and, casting off the grapnels, began his solitary night voyage. Up in the Clouds Balloon Voyages The boys seized the silk, tore, and hacked at it; as did the aeronaut. The Young Franc Tireurs And Their Adventures in the Franco-Prussian War He had an object in visiting the crippled aeronaut. Airship Andy or The Luck of a Brave Boy 2011-06-13T02:00:31.130Z Probably the aeronauts were already warming themselves at a farm chimney, for they say it is cold in these unhomely regions of the air. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 1 (of 25) When something more than half full, the bag burst, and the aeronauts concluded that she was of a size impossible to handle. The Red-Blooded Heroes of the Frontier When the aeronaut deemed it advisable to descend, he attempted to do so by using the wings. Up in the Clouds Balloon Voyages The flames ran upward, licking the oily eel-skins like the tongues of fiery serpents; and when the ci-devant aeronauts looked back from the door of their hut, they perceived that the balloon was ablaze! The Cliff Climbers A Sequel to "The Plant Hunters" “Not when you say you are going to leave me next month,” declared the aeronaut. Airship Andy or The Luck of a Brave Boy 2011-06-13T02:00:31.130Z It's the same with the forests,—one whole densely wooded slope of Monte-Rotondo, which belongs to us, it seems, but which it is not practicable to cut unless aeronauts should do duty as woodcutters. The Nabob, Volume 1 Donaldson as aeronaut; Alfred Ford as correspondent for the Graphic; George Ashton Lunt, an experienced seaman, as navigator. The Red-Blooded Heroes of the Frontier The parachute descended rapidly and vibrated with great violence; the large hoop broke, the machine collapsed, and the unfortunate aeronaut was killed, and his body dreadfully mutilated. Up in the Clouds Balloon Voyages “But could you make the balloon, if you had the stuff?” inquired Caspar, still in doubt whether any other than an experienced aeronaut could construct so wonderful a machine. The Cliff Climbers A Sequel to "The Plant Hunters" The aeronaut, a little offended at his obtrusion, sharply replied, "No, Sir, I will not; I beg that you will retire." The Stranger in France or, a Tour from Devonshire to Paris Illustrated by Engravings in Aqua Tint of Sketches Taken on the Spot. Such was the first successful effort to steer a balloon, and it was not long before many aeronauts were following in their steps. Chatterbox, 1905. While a few men have done some great deeds in aeronautics which he did not accomplish, nevertheless Donaldson did more things never even undertaken by any other aeronaut that any man who has ever lived. The Red-Blooded Heroes of the Frontier We now come to that point in our subject where it is appropriate to give more detailed and graphic accounts of the recent doings of aeronauts. Up in the Clouds Balloon Voyages It is hardly necessary to say who was to make the attempt—Ossaroo was to be the aeronaut. The Cliff Climbers A Sequel to "The Plant Hunters" The young cadet requested the aeronaut to permit him to mount the car with him; which request was immediately refused, from an apprehension that the feelings of the boy might embarrass the experiment. The Stranger in France or, a Tour from Devonshire to Paris Illustrated by Engravings in Aqua Tint of Sketches Taken on the Spot. But the balloon continued rapidly on its downward course, and, answering the barks with consoling words, the aeronaut hurried to the earth. Chatterbox, 1905. Thus the modern megaphone is especially useful to aeronauts. The Red-Blooded Heroes of the Frontier An extremely interesting description of a scientific balloon ascent is given by the celebrated aeronaut, Mr Glaisher, in a pamphlet, from which we shall make a few extracts. Up in the Clouds Balloon Voyages He had heard nothing of Carleton except what was to his credit, but somehow this fact made it no less unpleasant for Vanno that the aeronaut should be talking with Mary. The Guests Of Hercules All this was designed and executed by Professor Lowe, of aeronaut fame, a scientist and banker, the inventor of water-gas and artificial ice, and a man of great business ability. A Truthful Woman in Southern California The frequency with which balloons left Paris soon made it necessary to increase the number of aeronauts, for those who departed were, of course, unable to return. Chatterbox, 1905. It has a nasty clinging habit, winding round trees or other objects, that may at any moment upset basket and aeronauts. The Red-Blooded Heroes of the Frontier Monsieur Nadar, a photographer of Paris, was the enthusiastic and persevering aeronaut who called it into being, and encountered the perils of its ascents, from which he did not emerge scatheless, as we shall see. Up in the Clouds Balloon Voyages The aeronaut took with him a barometer, a thermometer, and a chronometer. New Word-Analysis Or, School Etymology of English Derivative Words He calmly announced this intention to me as I handed him an innocent cup of broth, better suited to a confirmed invalid than to a recovered aeronaut. Secret History Revealed By Lady Peggy O'Malley Then, after throwing out the ballast, pulling the valve-rope, and dropping the anchor, he was ready, with more courage than discretion, to call himself an aeronaut. Chatterbox, 1905. It would probably have at most a small machine-gun or so, which might fire an explosive shell at the balloons of the enemy, or kill their aeronauts with distributed bullets. Anticipations Of the Reaction of Mechanical and Scientific Progress upon Human life and Thought He, however, yielded his opinion, in deference to that of these experienced aeronauts. Up in the Clouds Balloon Voyages Thornton clutched at the thought of him like a falling aeronaut at a dangling rope. The Man Who Rocked the Earth Great governor! that would be a joke on us now, wouldn't it, if we made our way all over this beastly place, when there wasn't any aeronaut to help? Boy Scouts on a Long Hike Or, To the Rescue in the Black Water Swamps This flap was intended to avoid bumping, when, at the end of the voyage, the aeronauts would descend for the last time. Chatterbox, 1905. Just then something happened—a way of escape, Though it came in the funniest possible shape— An aeronaut, sorely in need of a meal, Descended for breakfast—it seemed quite ideal! Christmas Its Origin, Celebration and Significance as Related in Prose and Verse Mr Vouens experienced a stronger breeze than he had anticipated, and, the current changing rapidly, his energy and knowledge as an aeronaut were very severely taxed. Up in the Clouds Balloon Voyages Every now and then the air appeared to check our respiration as it does that of aeronauts when the ascension of the balloon is too rapid. A Journey to the Centre of the Earth You're right, Seth," declared the scoutmaster, "it is a balloon, and it looks to me right now as though there's been trouble for the aeronaut. Boy Scouts on a Long Hike Or, To the Rescue in the Black Water Swamps With terrible speed the unfortunate aeronauts were dashed to the earth. Chatterbox, 1905. "It brought me from Babylon to London in about as many minutes as it would have occupied the best aeronaut, days, by the best machines of a year ago." The Mark of the Beast For instance, Mr J. Wise, a noted aeronaut, has several times exploded his balloons while in the air, to show that the fragments with net-work form a sort of parachute which moderates the descent. Up in the Clouds Balloon Voyages The first ascension was a great success, and the aeronaut landed safely beyond the top of Mount Vision. The Story of Cooperstown Apparently, then, it did not mean to get quite low enough to let them clutch any trailing rope, and endeavor to effect the rescue of the aeronaut. Boy Scouts on a Long Hike Or, To the Rescue in the Black Water Swamps Some ignorant peasants, terrified by the balloon, ran for their guns, and the poor aeronaut was treated to a shower of bullets. Chatterbox, 1905. This novel spectacle, greatly astonished the Indians, and one of them asked the prophet, if the aeronaut was "going to see the Great Spirit." Great Indian Chief of the West Or, Life and Adventures of Black Hawk In such regions, at that romantic period of night, the aeronaut, as might have been expected, saw strange unearthly sights. Up in the Clouds Balloon Voyages So we thankfully accepted the aeronauts' kind invitation, and were soon floating comfortably towards Baghdad. The Mysterious Shin Shira The pleased aeronaut shook hands heartily with each boy. Boy Scouts on a Long Hike Or, To the Rescue in the Black Water Swamps The pilot, a clever aeronaut, named Godard, was a little surprised that very soon after leaving the ground he had to begin throwing out ballast, to stop them from sinking. Chatterbox, 1905. The vast surface presented to the wind makes the balloon unmanageable in every breeze, and the aeronaut can do nothing but allow it to float along with the current. Scientific American Supplement, No. 312, December 24, 1881 There were many other aeronauts who distinguished themselves after this period. Up in the Clouds Balloon Voyages "Throw out the ballast!" cried one of the aeronauts, and the other, seeing the four bags of what he thought were worthless stones, in his haste and eagerness thrust them overboard. The Mysterious Shin Shira Meanwhile Paul had hurried to the side of the aeronaut, who raised his hand in greeting, while a smile broke over his anxious face. Boy Scouts on a Long Hike Or, To the Rescue in the Black Water Swamps It belongs to a region of mystery into which neither logic nor experiment will ever suffice to carry us; and whose secrets are beyond the reach of any intellectual aeronaut. Is Life Worth Living? This process continues until the aeronaut has neither ballast nor gas left. Scientific American Supplement, No. 312, December 24, 1881 In England one of the most famous aeronauts was Mr Green, who introduced coal gas for balloons, and made many hundreds of ascents. Up in the Clouds Balloon Voyages A sailor can turn his ship's head at pleasure; an aeronaut has little trouble, by means of his ballast and his throttle-valve, in giving a vertical movement to his balloon. All Around the Moon Was the unfortunate aeronaut slowly bleeding to death, lying there amidst the bushes on that tongue of land? Boy Scouts on a Long Hike Or, To the Rescue in the Black Water Swamps Their hearts had failed them at the moment of undertaking one of those excursions, which, since the ingenious experiments of aeronauts, are deprived of all danger. A Voyage in a Balloon (1852) Some men have a sort of contempt for aeronauts and workers at flying machines. Among the Forces In order to provide aeronauts with a means of escape—a last resource in case of accident—the parachute was invented. Up in the Clouds Balloon Voyages It was comfortable to know that you lived under the Kaiser's wing—Mrs. Rossiter hoped the aim of the aeronauts was accurate, and their knowledge of London topography good. Mrs. Warren's Daughter A Story of the Woman's Movement The wounded aeronaut sat there with a stick in his grasp. Boy Scouts on a Long Hike Or, To the Rescue in the Black Water Swamps The two aeronauts stationed themselves at the extremities of this gallery. A Voyage in a Balloon (1852) Evidently the aeronaut had lost control of his craft. Idle Hour Stories The bold aeronaut Monsieur Garnerin next ventured to make the perilous descent. Up in the Clouds Balloon Voyages It used often to strike me how comic these scenes at Mafeking would have been to any aeronaut hovering over the town of an evening, especially when the shelling had been heavy. South African Memories Social, Warlike & Sporting from Diaries Written at the Time Already the aeronaut seemed to have taken a great fancy for the young scoutmaster; but then that was only what might be expected. Boy Scouts on a Long Hike Or, To the Rescue in the Black Water Swamps About midway of the voyage, the aeronauts threw out their books and tools. A Voyage in a Balloon (1852) The aeronaut, with his parachute and trapeze, hangs to the bottom of the balloon, and, weighing more, keeps it right side down. Dutch Courage and Other Stories Cords, departing symmetrically from divers points of the circumference, meet concentrically at the basket in which is the aeronaut. Up in the Clouds Balloon Voyages Passing over Calais the aeronauts lowered a blue-light to give notice of their presence, but could not tell whether the inhabitants perceived it. Thrilling Stories Of The Ocean From Authentic Accounts Of Modern Voyagers And Travellers; Designed For The Entertainment And Instruction Of Young People Women there are, attractive, well-looking, well-dressed, some of whom, alas! in their determination to succeed, cast morality overboard, as an aeronaut casts over ballast, that they may rise more quickly. Stage Confidences I thought it a surprise of the skilful aeronaut. A Voyage in a Balloon (1852) We descended like skilful aeronauts into the centre of a group of happy children, who were playing like little fairies amid the flowers blooming profusely everywhere. Strange Visitors With these objects in view the aeronauts left terra firma and soared into the skies. Up in the Clouds Balloon Voyages He took advantage of a biplane flight to make friends with the aeronaut, and by the time the picture was done, he was as good a driver as the expert. Laugh and Live It is agreeable to meet so pleasing a gentleman, even without previous appointment," said the bird, looking admiringly down upon the lessening aeronaut; "he is the very pink of politeness. Cobwebs from an Empty Skull The aeronaut might have fallen there without danger. A Voyage in a Balloon (1852) The enterprise was discovered by the enemy; and a battery opened its fire against the ascending aeronauts, but they soon gained an elevation which was beyond the reach of their fire. The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 20, No. 582, December 22, 1832 The most extraordinary is, that at half-past eight, when the balloon attained the height of 1500 metres, the aeronauts saw the sun, which had set for the earth below upwards of two hours before. Up in the Clouds Balloon Voyages The aeronaut that accompanied it was a hen—poor thing! The Teacher He found a monoplane in charge of an aeronaut awaiting him on the westward stage. The Sleeper Awakes A Revised Edition of When the Sleeper Wakes It was four o�clock in the morning: the bodies of the wretched aeronauts were half in the water, and the balloon, acting as a sail, dragged them about during several hours. A Voyage in a Balloon (1852) The balloon employed on this occasion was called the Entreprenent; and it was under the direction of M. Coutel, the captain of the aeronauts at Meudon, accompanied by an adjutant and a general. The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 20, No. 582, December 22, 1832 This bold and zealous aeronaut unfortunately paid dearer for his succeeding ascent as shall be seen in the next chapter. Up in the Clouds Balloon Voyages There was about the man the fascination which clothes a tight-rope walker above Niagara; an aeronaut in the midst of the nose dive. O. Henry Memorial Award Prize Stories of 1919 We have the pull of all the great things; the aeronauts are privileged and rich, the closest trades union in the world, and so are the engineers of the wind-vanes. The Sleeper Awakes A Revised Edition of When the Sleeper Wakes Such things as the Zeppelin and the Ville de Paris are only the first pigmy essays of the aeronaut. An Englishman Looks at the World It was from this hill that Powell, the aeronaut, was blown out to sea in a balloon nearly forty years ago. Wanderings in Wessex An Exploration of the Southern Realm from Itchen to Otter At the bottom of the car lay stretched the body of the unfortunate aeronaut. Up in the Clouds Balloon Voyages But we are getting somewhat too critical, and consequently as much out of our element as modern aeronauts, who are no sooner in the air than they seem to think of their descent. The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 12, No. 329, August 30, 1828 The aeronaut scrutinised his face "No," he said. The Sleeper Awakes A Revised Edition of When the Sleeper Wakes Far below him, looking like two-legged hats, so foreshortened they were from the aeronaut's point of view, were the people of Paris, while in front loomed the tall steel spire of the Eiffel Tower. Stories of Inventors The Adventures of Inventors and Engineers Irish oratory, on the contrary, is a sort of aeronaut: it is always going up in a balloon, and breaking its neck, or coming down in the parachute. The Spirit of the Age Contemporary Portraits On another occasion, still more recent, a perilous balloon voyage was accomplished by an aeronaut named Vouens. Up in the Clouds Balloon Voyages It was a very grand sight, and the next day the aeronauts returned to Hackney, having gone nearly fifty miles in about an hour and a half. Samuel F. B. Morse, His Letters and Journals In Two Volumes, Volume I. The aeronaut said something about "trouble in the under-ways," that Graham did not heed. The Sleeper Awakes A Revised Edition of When the Sleeper Wakes To sail round that tower even as the birds float about had been the dream of the young aeronaut since his first ascension. Stories of Inventors The Adventures of Inventors and Engineers For a moment she felt absolutely unconcerned, as if reading of the death of some stranger aeronaut, of Japan or South America. The Port of Adventure ZEPPELIN, Ferdinand, manufacturer of wrecked dirigibles, and an aeronaut who knew how to land. Who Was Who: 5000 BC - 1914 Biographical Dictionary of the Famous and Those Who Wanted to Be "Then here we go!" cried Tom, as he and the aeronaut entered the craft, while Mr. Jackson descended through the scuttle. Tom Swift and His Electric Runabout, or, the Speediest Car on the Road It fell so closely past him that he could see Ostrog clutching the guides of the seat, with his grey hair streaming; see the white-faced aeronaut wrenching over the lever that turned the machine upward. The Sleeper Awakes A Revised Edition of When the Sleeper Wakes While the people on that tall spire were still watching, the aeronaut turned his ship around and sailed off for the Longchamps race-course, the green oval of which could be just distinguished in the distance. Stories of Inventors The Adventures of Inventors and Engineers What do you think of it?" he asked of the aeronaut "There's a possibility," remarked the balloonist "We might try for it. Tom Swift and His Submarine Boat, or, under the Ocean for Sunken Treasure These clouds might, perhaps, prove useful in the future in showing the aeronaut where up currents were to be found. Flying Machines: construction and operation; a practical book which shows, in illustrations, working plans and text, how to build and navigate the modern airship As he pulled out the switch, the aeronaut gave a glance at the apparatus. Tom Swift and His Electric Runabout, or, the Speediest Car on the Road Yet the aeronaut pretends to have been, to some extent, assisted by his mechanical contrivances. Wonderful Balloon Ascents The first half of the distance was covered in nine minutes, so twenty-one minutes remained for the balance of the journey: success seemed assured; the prize was almost within the grasp of the aeronaut. Stories of Inventors The Adventures of Inventors and Engineers By hard work on the part of Tom and his friends the aeronaut was saved, and took up his residence with the Swifts. Tom Swift and His Submarine Boat, or, under the Ocean for Sunken Treasure Three aeronauts were killed either at the start or shortly after the race was in progress. 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 developed that Mr Sharp, whom Tom had saved from the burning balloon, was an aeronaut of note, and had once planned to build an airship. Tom Swift and His Electric Runabout, or, the Speediest Car on the Road Finding that their course would lead them straight against certain houses, the aeronauts again increased their fire, and, slightly rising, escaped the buildings that had been in their way. Wonderful Balloon Ascents After a few trips with an experienced aeronaut, Santos-Dumont determined to go alone into the regions above the clouds. Stories of Inventors The Adventures of Inventors and Engineers Mr. Sharp, a veteran aeronaut, stopped to fasten guy ropes from the airship to strong stakes driven into the ground. Tom Swift and His Submarine Boat, or, under the Ocean for Sunken Treasure Whether it would be possible for the aeronaut to employ a similar method must be left to the future to decide. 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 fact that they were fired upon caused Tom and the two aeronauts to descend to make an investigation, and for the first time they learned of the bank theft. Tom Swift and His Electric Runabout, or, the Speediest Car on the Road A valve is fitted to the top, and by means of it the aeronaut can descend to the earth at will, by allowing some quantity of the gas to escape. Wonderful Balloon Ascents Twenty-two days after the aeronaut's narrow escape his new air-ship was finished and ready for a flight. Stories of Inventors The Adventures of Inventors and Engineers Tom did so, and a moment later the aeronaut sent the airship up by turning more gas into the container. Tom Swift and His Submarine Boat, or, under the Ocean for Sunken Treasure There was, Mr. Lanchester proceeded, some possibility of the aeronaut reducing the power needed for transport by his adopting the principle of soaring flight, as exemplified by some birds. Flying Machines: construction and operation; a practical book which shows, in illustrations, working plans and text, how to build and navigate the modern airship "Well, I don't know much about electricity," admitted the aeronaut. Tom Swift and His Electric Runabout, or, the Speediest Car on the Road This valve is worked by means of a spring, having a long rope attached to it, which hangs down through the neck to the car, where the aeronaut sits. Wonderful Balloon Ascents Many friends and curiosity seekers had assembled to see the aeronaut make his first foolhardy attempt, as they called it. Stories of Inventors The Adventures of Inventors and Engineers Now," went on the inventor to the aeronaut, "I have another plan. Tom Swift and His Submarine Boat, or, under the Ocean for Sunken Treasure The aeroplane owner who hires a professional aeronaut, that is, one who has qualified as an expert, owes him very little legal duty to supply him with a perfect aeroplane. Flying Machines: construction and operation; a practical book which shows, in illustrations, working plans and text, how to build and navigate the modern airship Subsequent attempts at mechanically-propelled flight by Wolfert ended, in 1897, in the balloon being set on fire by an explosion of benzine vapour, resulting in the death of both the aeronauts. A History of Aeronautics To find out the height at which he has arrived, the aeronaut consults his barometer. Wonderful Balloon Ascents The motor was secured to the aeronaut's basket behind, and the reservoir of gasoline hung to the basket in front. Stories of Inventors The Adventures of Inventors and Engineers When he revived he was lying on a pile of bagging in the submarine shop, and his father and the aeronaut were bending over him. Tom Swift and His Submarine Boat, or, under the Ocean for Sunken Treasure A crowd of people hasten over to see if the aeronaut is injured, and in doing so trample over Tax-payer Smith's garden, much to the detriment of his growing vegetables and flowers. Flying Machines: construction and operation; a practical book which shows, in illustrations, working plans and text, how to build and navigate the modern airship Mr Marriatt, late of the San Francisco News Letter brought down from London Mr Ellis, the then lessee of Cremorne Gardens, Mr Partridge, and Lieutenant Gale, the aeronaut, to witness experiments. A History of Aeronautics In an instant the aeronaut is launched into space with a rapidity in comparison with which the wild flights of the balloon are but gentle oscillations. Wonderful Balloon Ascents But No. 2 doubled up as had No. 1, while she was still held captive by a line; falling into a tree hurt the balloon, but the aeronaut escaped unscratched. Stories of Inventors The Adventures of Inventors and Engineers There was a clanking sound as the aeronaut opened the airtight door of the tower, and a breath of fresh air came in. Tom Swift and His Submarine Boat, or, under the Ocean for Sunken Treasure He had already won his spurs as an aeronaut, as may be briefly told. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation In the first flight of an aeronaut the aeroplane was so arranged that the rider had little liberty of action, consequently he could make only a limited flight. A History of Aeronautics The narrative of the first aerial voyage, written by one of the two first aeronauts, exists, and we are in a position to place it before our readers. Wonderful Balloon Ascents This air-ship had one feature that was entirely new; the aeronaut had arranged for himself, not a secure basket to stand in, but a frail, unprotected bicycle seat attached to an ordinary bicycle frame. Stories of Inventors The Adventures of Inventors and Engineers A sailor can change the head of his ship as he pleases; an aeronaut can give a vertical motion to his balloon. From the Earth to the Moon; and, Round the Moon Endowed with increased powers of this nature, the aeronaut could utilise a balloon for voyages of discovery over regions of the earth which bar man's progress by any other mode of travel. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation "He is well; he is safe and longing for his loved ones," Bruno swiftly added, producing the brief note which the exiled aeronaut had pressed into his hand at almost the last moment. The Lost City Soon the aeronauts were lost to view, but the balloon itself, displaying its very beautiful shape, mounted to the height of 3,000 feet, and still remained visible. Wonderful Balloon Ascents Once a red Asiatic flying-machine came fluttering after them, so low they could distinguish the aeronaut's head. The War in the Air What would an aeronaut, borne to this distance from the earth, distinguish on its surface? From the Earth to the Moon; and, Round the Moon Here is the guide rope which I imagined in former years, and which has been found very useful to aeronauts.... The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation A tremulous sigh escaped those bearded lips, and their owner drew closer to the wiry little aeronaut, plainly drawing great comfort from that mere contact. The Lost City The aeronauts then gave the order to let go. Wonderful Balloon Ascents And about him, above and below, was space—such a clear emptiness and silence of space as only the aeronaut can experience. The War in the Air The ascent was successful in every way; the intrepid aeronauts, who carried a barometer, found that they had quickly reached an altitude of over a mile. The Mastery of the Air Certain scientific facts and memoranda collected by the talented French aeronaut whom we are following are too interesting to be omitted. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation And, as covert glances told them, never before had their eyes rested upon mortal being so intensely happy as was the long-lost aeronaut then and there. The Lost City The aeronaut was consequently compelled to have his machine partly re-fitted in great haste, and in the course of a few hours he made the ascent alone in the usual way. Wonderful Balloon Ascents The thing was going so fast he had but an instant apprehension of the dark figure of the aeronaut crouched together clutching at his wheel. The War in the Air We are not surprised to read that, when high in the air, there was an awful explosion and the brave aeronaut fell to the earth and was dashed to death. The Mastery of the Air The mechanical air ship had, by this time, as may be inferred, begun seriously to occupy the attention of both theoretical and practical aeronauts. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation As by a miracle they escaped disaster through rushing into a bushy treetop, and that fact served to steady the aeronaut's nerves. The Lost City When the aeronauts arrived at Magny-les-Auxonne, the inhabitants gazed upon them in terror, and two men and three women fell down on their knees before them. Wonderful Balloon Ascents They flew in scraps and fragments, turf, trees, and gravel leapt and fell; the aeronauts still lying along the canal bank were thrown about like sacks, catspaws flew across the foaming water. The War in the Air The journey was uneventful; there was a moderate northerly breeze, and the aeronaut attained a considerable altitude, so that he and his animals were in danger of frost-bite. The Mastery of the Air The same amateur aeronaut met with an exciting experience not long after, when in company with Sir Claude C. de Crespigny. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation The aeronaut set the engine gliding slowly forward along its rail and opened the valve of the leeward wing until the stem of the aeropile was horizontal and pointing southward. When the Sleeper Wakes The two aeronauts ascended, having with them a number of scientific and musical instruments, some refreshments, ballast, &c. Wonderful Balloon Ascents The breeze upset them, the eddies near the ground upset them, a passing thought in the mind of the aeronaut upset them. The War in the Air Probably no British aeronaut has made more daring and exciting ascents than Mr. Green—unless it be a member of the famous Spencer family, of whom we speak in another chapter. The Mastery of the Air But as the vessel rose higher she was seen to fall off from the wind, while the aeronauts could be seen vainly endeavouring to keep her head on. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation He found an aeropile in charge of an aeronaut awaiting him on the westward stage. When the Sleeper Wakes The valve was then opened, the gas rushed out, and the aeronauts safely reached the ground after the successful accomplishment of this daring and memorable enterprise. Wonderful Balloon Ascents The aeronaut carried a gun firing explosive bullets loaded with oxygen, and in addition, and true to the best tradition of Japan, a sword. The War in the Air Shortly afterwards a well-known French aeronaut, M. Garnerin, had an equally satisfactory descent, and soon the parachute was used by most of the prominent aeronauts of the day. The Mastery of the Air The only accommodation for the traveller is a little bicycle seat, from which the aeronaut will direct his motor and steering gear by means of treadles. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation The aeronaut said something about "trouble in the underways," that Graham did not heed at the time. When the Sleeper Wakes A very experienced aeronaut, who numbers his ascents by hundreds, has assured me that he never knew of a single case of dizziness. Wonderful Balloon Ascents He turned towards the trees, and was presently contemplating the dead aeronaut again. The War in the Air It was soon seen that if some method could be adopted whereby the balloon moved through the air faster or slower than the wind, then the aeronaut would be able to steer it. The Mastery of the Air At 30,000 feet the aeronauts were inhaling oxygen, and before reaching their highest point both had for a considerable time remained unconscious. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation We have the pull of all the great things; the aeronauts are privileged and rich, the closest trades union in the world, and so are the engineers of the wind vanes. When the Sleeper Wakes It was another party of aeronauts in a smaller balloon, who left at the same time as we did, and who would persist in keeping the 'Geant' company. Wonderful Balloon Ascents They were declared to be aerial torpedo-boats, and the aeronaut was supposed to swoop close to his antagonist and cast his bombs as he whirled past. The War in the Air A strong current of air in the upper regions caused the balloon to take an opposite direction from that intended, and the aeronauts drifted right over Paris. The Mastery of the Air But we have another, relating to one of the most distinguished aeronauts, M. Eugene Godard, who, in an ascent with local journalists, was caught in a thunderstorm. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation I was obsessed, I suppose, by that perpetual dread of the modern aeronaut, a flash between engine and balloon. Tono Bungay It was evident that the lady aeronaut, although now so high above the spectators, was busy about something. Wonderful Balloon Ascents Thereupon he went straight to the second aeroplane, got the aeronaut's gun and ammunition and hid them in a clump of nettles close at hand. The War in the Air We are told that the fabric of the balloon repeatedly caught fire, which it took the aeronauts all their time to extinguish. The Mastery of the Air Few aeronauts are more consistently reliable than Mr. Arthur Spencer. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation The intrepid aeronauts alight before a small dark house, once the residence of Mr Sampson Brass. The Old Curiosity Shop Fifthly, by a car of iron and a ball of magnetised iron, which the aeronaut would keep throwing up in the air, and which would attract and draw up the balloon. Wonderful Balloon Ascents Mostly they were Japanese, and it is characteristic that from the first it was contemplated that the aeronaut should be a swordsman. The War in the Air The journey commenced in November, 1836, late in the afternoon, as the aeronauts had planned to cross the sea by night. The Mastery of the Air It will be allowed by all experienced aeronauts that far worse chances lie in some awkward alighting ground, or in the dragging against dangerous obstacles after the balloon has fallen. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation The bush world for a space was quite silent, and I watched it eagerly as an aeronaut would watch the ground for a descent. Prester John At length, all preparations being complete, the car is suspended, the aeronaut takes his seat, the words "Let go all!" are shouted, and away goes the silken globe into space. Wonderful Balloon Ascents It meant building them by the thousand and making aeronauts by the hundred thousand. The War in the Air No doubt many of those who read this book have seen an aeronaut descend from a balloon by the aid of a parachute. The Mastery of the Air From this report it would appear that the balloon, as a means of reconnoitring, was employed with somewhat uncertain success at the battle of Solferino, the brothers Godard being engaged as aeronauts. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation "This aeronaut trade is a dangerous trade, I hear," says the feller with the patch on his eye. Danny's Own Story Sometimes the aeronaut makes his descent by means of the parachute, a separate and distinct contrivance. Wonderful Balloon Ascents With the first he found the wreckage of an aeronaut too. The War in the Air The first "aeronaut" to descend by this apparatus was a dog. The Mastery of the Air But the German school of aeronauts were doing bigger things than making trials with kite balloons. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation Now was the time when a bit of scamped work by the mechanic is paid for by the life of the aeronaut. Tales of Terror and Mystery Nevertheless, parachutes are often of great actual use, and aeronauts frequently attach them to their balloons as a precautionary measure before setting out on an aerial excursion. Wonderful Balloon Ascents He thought over his costume and threw his collar and the tell-tale aeronaut's white cap into the water far below. The War in the Air The framework is of steel and aluminium, made in sections, with cars for ten persons, including aeronauts, mechanics, and passengers. The Mastery of the Air In October, 1893, Captain Charbonnet, an enthusiastic French aeronaut, resolved on spending his honeymoon, with the full consent of his bride, in a prolonged balloon excursion. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation The machine immediately broke through the massive substructure upon which it was builded, and sank out of sight into the earth, the aeronaut springing out barely in time to save himself. Fantastic Fables A number of cords, stretching away from this piece of wood, support the car in which the aeronaut is carried. Wonderful Balloon Ascents Some landed, and their aeronauts took cover and became energetic infantry soldiers. The War in the Air Even in boyhood, when far away in Brazil, he had been keenly interested in the work of Spencer, Green, and other famous aeronauts, and aeronautics became almost a passion with him. The Mastery of the Air M. Flammarion bears undeniable testimony to the manner in which the equable condition of the atmosphere attending fog enhances, to the aeronaut, the hearing of sounds from below. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation The aeronauts employed were mostly sailors, who did their work very well. The Project Gutenberg Encyclopedia Volume 1 of 28 There are aeronauts, however, who prefer a journey in a Montgolfier to one in a gas-balloon. Wonderful Balloon Ascents He sat crouched together for perhaps three minutes, then he sprang to his feet and went off towards the Chinese aeronaut's gun hidden among the weeds. The War in the Air This munificent offer at once aroused great enthusiasm among aeronauts and engineers throughout the whole of France, and, to a lesser degree, in Britain. The Mastery of the Air Two aeronauts, this time in charge of despatches and pigeons, were carried out to sea and never traced. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation There were thirteen persons in the car, including one lady, the princess de la Tour d'Auvergne, and the two aeronauts Louis and Jules Godard. The Project Gutenberg Encyclopedia Volume 1 of 28 Another species of parachute, less perfect, to be sure; than that of Garnerin, but still a practical machine, was described 189 years before the great aeronaut's feat at Paris. Wonderful Balloon Ascents The first batch of aeronauts had probably been under the impression that the city was deserted. The War in the Air It is interesting to read that the famous aeronaut divided the money among the poor. The Mastery of the Air About the period at which we have now arrived two fatal accidents befel English aeronauts. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation In the last six ascents another aeronaut and a smaller balloon were employed. The Project Gutenberg Encyclopedia Volume 1 of 28 And aeronauts, instead of showing themselves now as the benefactors of mankind, exhibit themselves mainly to gratify a frivolous curiosity, or to crown with eclat a public fete. Wonderful Balloon Ascents The aeronaut dangled weirdly head downward among the leaves and branches some yards away, and Bert only discovered him as he turned from the aeroplane. The War in the Air Just say the word,—teetotal, vegetarian, aeronaut, theosophist, superman. The Lost World Four summers later, June 30th, 1892, Captain Dale, the aeronaut to the Crystal Palace, was announced to make an ascent from the usual balloon grounds, weather permitting. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation Have them stamped, however, bring them whenever a balloon is about to sail, and I will see that the aeronaut takes them in his pocket. My Days of Adventure The Fall of France, 1870-71 The aeronauts who were appointed to carry out the expedition were Biot and Gay-Lussac, the most enthusiastic aeronauts of the period. Wonderful Balloon Ascents There was no aeronaut near it, dead or alive. The War in the Air The valve was shut by order of the aeronaut, and we descended rapidly. My Double Life The Memoirs of Sarah Bernhardt The French aeronaut's estimate of what constitutes a terrific rate of fall differs somewhat from that of others whose testimony we have been recording. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation Here is an English version of some verses which he wrote on Nadar: What a strange fellow is Nadar, Photographer and aeronaut! My Days of Adventure The Fall of France, 1870-71 It is one of the delights of an aeronaut to gaze on the familiar scenes of earth from the immense height of the car of a balloon! Wonderful Balloon Ascents He told himself that it was the other aeronaut that had been shot in the fight and fallen out of the saddle as he strove to land. The War in the Air "Hullo! you fellows down there, take hold of the rope that's dragging," cried the aeronaut, "and mind you don't pull too hard!" My Double Life The Memoirs of Sarah Bernhardt The brothers Braguet were to make an ascent from the Mustapha Plain in a small fire balloon heated with burning straw, and this risky performance was successfully carried out by the enterprising aeronauts. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation What demonstrations were made by the people as the aeronaut began to ascend? Sanders' Union Fourth Reader They enable the aeronaut to ascend or descend with facility. Wonderful Balloon Ascents His cheap blue serge trousers were thrust into German airship rubber boots, and on his head he wore an aeronaut's white cap that was a trifle too large for him. The War in the Air They were neither professional aeronauts nor amateurs in aerial navigation whom the storm had thrown upon this coast. The Mysterious Island Then the crowd grew ungovernable, and threatened the lives of the aeronauts, who eventually were, with difficulty, rescued by the soldiery. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation At half-past ten the aeronaut, Madame Blanchard, set forth in a balloon from the Champ de Mars, to throw down papers announcing the great news to the populace. The Happy Days of the Empress Marie Louise The results of subsequent expeditions, and the impressions of subsequent aeronauts are the same as those already described, or differ from them only in minor points. Wonderful Balloon Ascents The clothes and wig of the involuntary aeronaut were, in the handsomest manner, left upon the bed, as not included in the bill of sale. Among My Books First Series In 1836, he accompanied a celebrated female aeronaut in one of her excursions from London. Germany from the Earliest Period Volume 4 Moreover, it was arranged that he should have, as chief assistant, his own daughter, an enthusiastic lady aeronaut, who had also taken part in previous astronomical work. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation For an aeronaut on his way to bed, I should have felt, had I been in that blackbird's plumed corselet, that I had had a gratifyingly full house. In and out of Three Normady Inns The Emperor, following the example of a former King of France, took considerable interest in the construction of this aerial monster, and wished the aeronaut "Bon voyage" at starting. Wonderful Balloon Ascents A less expert aeronaut must have gone down to death in that mad nexus of conflicting currents; but Stern was cool and full of craft and science. Darkness and Dawn The aeronaut gasping for breath above the clouds offers only a sad spectacle of the imbecility of science and man's shattered hopes. The Naturalist in La Plata Dr. Danilewsky came forward with a flying machine combining balloon and aeroplane, the steering of which would be worked like a velocipede by the feet of the aeronaut. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation There should be frequent balloon ascensions in various parts of the city, under the direction of distinguished aeronauts, for the purpose of watching the behavior of evil disposed persons. Punchinello, Volume 2, No. 38, December 17, 1870. The experience of the diving-bell has long made us familiar with what aeronauts suffer. Wonderful Balloon Ascents But we make decrees, and distribute our proclamations throughout the country by means of an unlimited number of revolutionary aeronauts. Paris under the Commune The Seventy-Three Days of the Second Siege; with Numerous Illustrations, Sketches Taken on the Spot, and Portraits (from the Original Photographs) We met also a civilian guest of the commandant, who introduced himself as August Blankhertz and who turned out to be a distinguished big-game hunter and gentleman aeronaut. Paths of Glory Impressions of War Written at and Near the Front Among many and varied ballooning incidents which have occurred to the writer, there are some which may not unprofitably be compared with certain experiences already recorded of other aeronauts. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation Never would Andy forget how he had spoken concerning his interest in the sacred duty that had brought the son of the missing aeronaut to his country. The Aeroplane Boys on the Wing Aeroplane Chums in the Tropics Respecting this ascent, Arago states that M. Gay-Lussac has reduced to their proper value the narratives of the physical pains which aeronauts say they suffer in lofty aerial ascents. Wonderful Balloon Ascents Within half an hour they had successfully landed at the place indicated, and which had witnessed the coming and going of the young aeronauts on numerous occasions. The Aeroplane Boys Flight A Hydroplane Roundup In regard to Bermuda, air would be missing there the same as it would be wanting to aeronauts who go higher than 8,000 metres. Topsy-Turvy A balloon which has become famous in history was frequently used in the researches of the French aeronauts mentioned in our last chapter. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation It has become known that the two young Americanos are of the new and wonderful aeronauts, with whom nothing is impossible. The Aeroplane Boys on the Wing Aeroplane Chums in the Tropics However this may be, the balloon continued its flight alone, and the body of the aeronaut was found partly buried in the sand of the fosse which surrounds the town. Wonderful Balloon Ascents This last-named is an expensive pleasure, as the aeronaut, judging by the prices on the bill, requires a substantial fee, and it is besides an amusement life insurance companies do not readily countenance. Twixt France and Spain I remember that our aeronaut inspired confidence in Angela because he wore the Grand Army medal. Bunch Grass A Chronicle of Life on a Cattle Ranch Early in the following spring we find the same two aeronauts going aloft again on a scientific excursion which had a termination nearly as sensational as the last. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation The aeronaut understood, because all this was right in line with the profession which he had been following at the time of his vanishing from mortal sight. The Aeroplane Boys on the Wing Aeroplane Chums in the Tropics The aeronauts decided to direct their course for Dijon. Wonderful Balloon Ascents Ned Napier, the famous young aeronaut of Chicago, passed through the city this morning on his way to the southwest to execute the most daring and important balloon journey ever undertaken in this country. The Air Ship Boys : Or, the Quest of the Aztec Treasure The aeronaut was a friend of Papa's, and, Mamma being on her way home to England, it had not been difficult to persuade easygoing Papa to give his consent. The Happy Adventurers The above instructive phenomenon could hardly have been noticed save by an aeronaut, and the same may be said of the following. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation It must have been a glorious sensation to the old aeronaut to be thus speeding along in a modern, up-to-date airship, after his enforced idleness for so long. The Aeroplane Boys on the Wing Aeroplane Chums in the Tropics But after midnight, at which time the lamps in continental towns are mostly put out, the whole of the under world disappeared from the view of the aeronauts. Wonderful Balloon Ascents When the young aeronauts finally closed the corral and returned to the car, the sun a great red ball, was just dropping behind the serrated mountains of the western horizon. The Air Ship Boys : Or, the Quest of the Aztec Treasure Then the two boy aeronauts turned their back on the enemies who had been hoisted by their own petard. Dave Dashaway and His Hydroplane The wind was rather high; but I was anxious to see, if possible, what was going on, and I went up with the father of the aeronaut. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation The aeronaut described his accident and related how he had lived through all the dreary months that had gone. The Aeroplane Boys on the Wing Aeroplane Chums in the Tropics The aeronauts of the 'Geant' will scarcely condescend to pity those miserable mortals whom they can only faintly recognise by their gigantic works, which appear to them not more dignified than ant-hills! Wonderful Balloon Ascents The young aeronauts thus had all afternoon to store provisions, water, gasoline and the instruments. The Air Ship Boys : Or, the Quest of the Aztec Treasure "You do not have to ask that of an old aeronaut enthusiast, my boy," replied Mr. Dale. Dave Dashaway and His Hydroplane Some account, however, of what the famous aeronaut has to tell will find a fitting place here. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation Cliffs they saw in plenty, but as yet none enclosing a valley so as to imprison an unfortunate aeronaut, whose runaway balloon had dropped with him into its depths. The Aeroplane Boys on the Wing Aeroplane Chums in the Tropics For all practical purposes, the ascent was a failure, and the aeronauts immediately commenced preparations for a new voyage, which took place a month afterwards. Wonderful Balloon Ascents The young aeronaut, peering over the side of the car of the Cibola into the black night, had suddenly seen something that prompted the order. The Air Ship Boys : Or, the Quest of the Aztec Treasure Dave had already done some great things in his apprenticeship as a junior aeronaut. Dave Dashaway and His Hydroplane De Fonvielle's colleague, M. Gaston Tissandier, was on one occasion accidentally brought to visit the resting place of the earliest among aeronauts, whose tragic death occurred while Charles Green himself was yet a boy. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation Blanchard was the first person who constructed a Parachute to act as a safety-guard to the aeronaut in case of any accident. Umbrellas and Their History It is supposed that the oscillations consequent on the throwing off of the parachute were the cause of they aeronaut's fall. Wonderful Balloon Ascents It had been threatening a thunder storm all evening and the increasing oppressiveness of the air made the young, aeronaut wakeful. The Air Ship Boys : Or, the Quest of the Aztec Treasure At the present writing a triplane has been introduced into the domain of American aviation by an English aeronaut. Marvels of Modern Science The sun began to appear, drying the netting and sides of the balloon, wet from its passage through the clouds, and produced a dilatation which elevated the aeronauts to 15,000 feet. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation The aeronauts themselves were for some time in a state of imminent peril. Umbrellas and Their History When at a great elevation, it seems, the aeronaut, wishing to descend, opened the valve. Wonderful Balloon Ascents "Have you christened the craft yet?" finally asked the Mayor who had absorbed some of the enthusiasm of the young aeronauts. The Air Ship Boys : Or, the Quest of the Aztec Treasure The cars flew side by side for perhaps a hundred miles, while the visitors put in the time in examining the landscape with the never-ending interest of all aeronauts. The Lord of Death and the Queen of Life The guy ropes are then payed out according to the directions of the aeronaut, as conveyed through the officer. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation "Not at all," airily: "a well-known aeronaut, who has recently beaten the distance-record, and is looking remarkably well in spite of his advanced years, was among the distinguished guests!" Winding Paths The car was surrounded by a cloth of silk, which, when the aeronaut cut himself away from the balloon, spread itself out in such a way as to form a second parachute. Wonderful Balloon Ascents Before they realized it the aeronauts had mounted up at least two thousand feet. The Air Ship Boys : Or, the Quest of the Aztec Treasure He climbed into the basket with Colonel Newcomb, two generals, and the aeronauts and sat very quiet in a corner. The Guns of Shiloh A Story of the Great Western Campaign According to M. de Fonvielle, the Government refused the experienced aeronaut's proposal on the ground that he required a place in the Champs Elysees, "which it would be necessary to clear of a few shrubs"! The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation At last the wishes of many were gratified; and like an aeronaut's grapnel, her rusty little anchor was caught in the coral groves at the bottom of Papeetee Bay. Omoo "Such was the end of the first of aeronauts, and the most courageous of men," says a contemporaneous historian. Wonderful Balloon Ascents There was not a sound to guide the aeronauts. The Air Ship Boys : Or, the Quest of the Aztec Treasure If the interior of the Great Eyrie was not filled with smoke, the aeronaut would be able to search with his glass its entire extent. The Master of the World The following, gathered from his notes is a typical example of such surprises as the aeronaut with due instrumental equipment may not unfrequently meet with. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation Was it some exuberant aeronaut rejoicing on that sonorous instrument of which the Renomm�e makes such obstreperous use? Robur the Conqueror When they came to Luzarche, the delighted aeronauts resolved to land. Wonderful Balloon Ascents The young aeronauts were very close to each other and all were silent. The Air Ship Boys : Or, the Quest of the Aztec Treasure Despite all the efforts of the aeronaut, the citizens of Morganton saw the balloon disappear on the wrong horizon. The Master of the World This was known as "The Giant," the creation of M. Nadar, a progressive and practical aeronaut, who had always entertained ambitious ideas about aerial travel. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation This has been the cause of several serious accidents which have happened to aeronauts, and Robur saw no reason to run any risk. Robur the Conqueror The princes of the blood and the nobles of the court considered it an honour to count among the number of their friends a celebrated aeronaut. Wonderful Balloon Ascents For a few moments the marshal and the young aeronaut stood facing each other and then Jellup sneered: "Do you reckon you'd better run this town?" The Air Ship Boys : Or, the Quest of the Aztec Treasure In the first days of September of that memorable year, a well-known aeronaut named Wilker came to Morganton with his balloon. The Master of the World At about this date W. de Fonvielle, acting as aeronaut, and taking passengers, made a successful escape, of which he has given a graphic account. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation It is not an abyss that opens beneath the aeronaut, but an horizon that rises round him on all sides like a cup. Robur the Conqueror It was feared that the case of the balloon would crack, and the whole thing collapse, in spite of the efforts of the aeronauts to push back the smaller balloon from the opening. Wonderful Balloon Ascents Tired and hot, the sun being now high above them, the young aeronauts finally reached the north-eastern corner of the mesa without finding a sign or suggestion of Indians, or even of animal remains. The Air Ship Boys : Or, the Quest of the Aztec Treasure Robur, forgetting his vengeance, rejoined the sinking "Go-Ahead," and his men lifted Mr. Prudent, Mr. Evans, and the aeronaut who accompanied them, onto the platform of his craft. The Master of the World But it is time that some account should be given of a particular occasion which at least provided the famous aeronaut with an adventure spiced with no small amount of risk. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation There was no balloon and there were no aeronauts. Robur the Conqueror Even in our own day, when an ascent, seriously intended, fails to succeed, owing to some unforeseen circumstances, the public frequently manifests a decided ill-will to the aeronaut, who is perfectly honest, and only unfortunate. Wonderful Balloon Ascents Wind tests conducted each day had shown the prevailing breezes favorable, or at least not against the aeronauts. The Air Ship Boys : Or, the Quest of the Aztec Treasure Sometimes the air would cut our breath short, as is experienced by aeronauts ascending too rapidly. A Journey to the Interior of the Earth Experience would then be trusted to enable the aeronaut to judge his height from the amount of inflation noticeable in the bladder. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation The president, the secretary, and the aeronaut had only to jump down. Robur the Conqueror He then offered the aeronaut coffee and comfits, and promised to be present to witness the balloon ascent. Wonderful Balloon Ascents Two determined looking aeronauts were leaning from the heavily laden car. The Air Ship Boys : Or, the Quest of the Aztec Treasure Tom and the others had always come back safely, though often they met with accidents which only the skill and daring of the daring aeronaut had brought to a safe conclusion. Tom Swift in the Caves of Ice, or, the Wreck of the Airship For all was not well, and when the aeronaut stepped into his car with only fifteen pounds of sand and a few instruments he must have done so with much misgiving. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation |
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