Aeroplanes

Did you know that the first flight was made in 1903, by the Wright brothers? Their Flyer aeroplane stayed in the air for 12 seconds. "Oxford Reds Aeroplanes" contains information on the first unsuccessful attempts at flight, the launch of the hot-air balloon, the successes of Otto Lilienthal and the Wright brothers, through to 21st century airliners. The author, Jan Mark, is an experienced writer for children, having had over 45 books published.
 
Did you know that the first flight was made in 1903, by the Wright brothers? Their Flyer aeroplane stayed in the air for 12 seconds. "Oxford Reds Aeroplanes" contains information on the first unsuccessful attempts at flight, the launch of the hot-air balloon, the successes of Otto Lilienthal and the Wright brothers, through to 21st century airliners. The author, Jan Mark, is an experienced writer for children, having had over 45 books published.