flying machines

Provides step-by-step instructions for making a variety of flying models, including the basic paper airplane, stick glider, and flying saucer.

Herbert Binns is such a clever mouse that some of the other animals are jealous of his talents and plot to sabotage his new invention, a flying tricycle.

Looks at the many different flying machines, as well as the various activities taking place at an airshow.

A photo essay tracing the history and development of aircraft from hot-air balloons to jetliners. Includes information on the principles of flight and the inner workings of various flying machines.

When twelve-year-old Albert inherits a thousand dollars from an uncle, he decides that what he needs most is a zephyrcar--a flying machine that skims over the ground--to help him deliver papers on his morning route.

Presents an illustrated guide to ten of the most popular flying machines including the SR-71 Blackbird, B-2 Spirit, and the BirdMan Wingsuit.

Simple text and photographs describe early flying machines, hot air balloons, gliders, helicopters, and commercial air travel.

Describes some of the different devices, including hot air balloons, gliders, airplanes, and jets, used to get people into the air. Includes various projects.

Fourteen-year-old tomboy Emmaline Cayley is sent away to St. Grimelda's School for Young Ladies in hopes of ridding her of her unladylike ways.

Captain Arsenio is determined to fly, so one day in 1782 he sets out to build a flying machine using a wide assortment of unusual items.