aeronautics

Text and photographs describe early 20th century exploration of the polar regions and other unexplored regions.

An introduction to flight of all kinds--by kites, gliders, planes, birds, etc.

Examines the history of air transport in the United States, from the Wright brothers to modern jets.

SpongeBob and Patrick take off to the moon in Sandy's rocket, but when they land, everything looks similar to Bikini Bottom.

Traces the history of airplanes in the United States from the first successful flight of the Wright brothers in 1903, to the development of the ultra-long-range 777-200LR airliner created by Boeing in the early twenty-first century.

Presents a history of jet aircraft, discusses how and why they fly, and describes types of jet fighters as well as possible designs of the future.

Describes the history of airplanes; different kinds of planes such as seaplanes, crop dusters, and military aircraft; and how passenger jets are directed.

Briefly describes the life and accomplishments of Orville and Wilbur Wright, aviation pioneers.