Crouch, Tom D

Presents a narrative history of the airplane, tracing the process of innovation over the course of the twentieth century, and discussing the social and cultural forces that have influenced its development.

An account of how the two inventors were guided by their father, the years leading to the triumph of practical flight, and the death of Orville in 1948.

Lectures presented at a symposium commemorating the 50th anniversary of Lindbergh's transatlantic flight; sponsored by the National Air and Space Museum.

Archival photographs and text profile the Wright brothers and their pioneering first flight.

Surveys the history of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration and describes its structure, current functions, and influence on our society.