Glenn
Curtiss was one of the most significant names in pioneer aviation and
was a rival of the Wright brothers. Starting as a motorcycle builder
and racer, Curtiss’ successes caught public attention. In 1907 he
established a world land speed record of 136.3 MPH on one of his motorcycles.
Captain Thomas Scott Baldwin lured Curtiss into the world of aviation
by having him design an engine to power a dirigible. This led Curtiss
to further experiment with flight and he developed numerous aircraft designs
shortly thereafter. One of Curtiss’ most significant contributions
to aviation was the development of the aileron. The Wright brothers
claimed Curtiss had violated the patent on their wing warping system,
so Curtiss developed the superior aileron system which eventually replaced
wing warping altogether.
In the winter of 2003, the Rhinebeck Aerodrome Museum was invited
to participate in the Australian International Airshow.With ideal field
conditions, Aerodrome pilot Dan Taylor made the first ever circuit of
the field in this aircraft. The 1911 Hall Scott was believed to be the
earliest engine to power an airplane in Australia since before WW1.
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| Country: |
U.S.A. |
| Year: |
1911 |
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(reproduction) |
| Engine: |
Hall-Scott |
| Horsepower: |
80 HP |
| Quantity
Mfg: |
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| Wingspan: |
30’-0”* |
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(9.14 m) |
| Length: |
25’-9-3/4” |
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(7.86 m) |
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*with ailerons |
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