1878-1930

Presents the history of the Atlantic Coast Aeronautical Station, Newport News, Virginia, and the men and women who trained to be pilots and tested airplanes there prior to America's entry into World War I.

Tells the story of Glenn Hammond Curtiss and his quest to construct a reliable and stable airplane, discussing his collaboration with engineers around the world, and the opposition he received from Orville and Wilbur Wright who sued in an attempt to keep Curtiss out of the market.

Describes the life of Glenn Hammond Curtiss, who, after earning the title "Fastest Man on Earth" in 1904, joined Alexander Graham Bell's Aerial Experiment Association; and discusses his other accomplishments and contributions to naval aviation.

Chronicles the aviation accomplishments of Glen Curtiss and his relationship with the US Navy, describing Curtiss's efforts to help train the first naval aviators, how he collaborated with the Navy during World War I, and played a key role in the first transatlantic flight of the Navy-Curtiss flying boat.

Tells the story of Glenn Hammond Curtiss and his quest to construct a reliable and stable airplane, discussing his collaboration with engineers around the world, and the opposition he received from Orville and Wilbur Wright who sued in an attempt to keep Curtiss out of the market.