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History of Model Airplanes By: M. Ermert
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Ancient History The first model aircraft found to date was unearthed during an Egyptian excavation in 1898, which they dated back to 200 BCE This model airplane measures 6 inches long and has wings and what is considered today to be the fuselage Ancient Greek philosopher Archytas built a model airplane that was said to have flown approximately 200 meters, or 219 yards Archytas named this model aircraft “the pigeon” as its design was shaped like a bird and fueled by steam
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Renaissance History Leonardo Da Vinci, a renaissance philosopher, designed one of the earliest blueprints of a helicopter and an airplane. His early helicopter model is called the “Aerial Screw,” and is marveled upon for its resemblance to a modern helicopter.
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The Wright Brothers The first actual flight in an airplane was flown by Wilbur and Orville Wright. Soon after, thousands of children everywhere were building model airplanes.
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Model Airplanes and the Military After a boom in the aircraft industry, Military engineers discovered the benefits of using model airplanes when initially designing aircraft for battle.
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Modern Model Airplanes Today, commercial airliners use model airplanes as a marketing tool. Advancements in technology have allowed us to create remote-controlled aircrafts, that come in every size, shape, and color imaginable.
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Sources http://www.trade-a- plane.com/article/model_airplanes
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