Famous American Flyers

by Chelsea Curtis Fraser

Book Overview

Famous American Flyers is a book written by author Chelsea Fraser that chronicles the lives and achievements of some of the most notable aviators in American history. From the Wright brothers, who made the first successful powered flight in 1903, to Amelia Earhart, who disappeared while attempting to fly around the world in 1937, the book covers the stories of pilots who have made significant contributions to the field of aviation. The book also delves into the lives of other famous flyers such as Charles Lindbergh, who became the first person to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean in 1927, and Chuck Yeager, who broke the sound barrier in 1947. In addition to these well-known figures, the book also highlights lesser-known aviators such as Bessie Coleman, the first African American woman to earn a pilot's license, and Eugene Bullard, the first African American fighter pilot in World War I.Through detailed descriptions of their accomplishments and personal lives, Fraser provides readers with a comprehensive look at the lives of these famous flyers and the impact they had on the world of aviation. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in aviation history or looking to be inspired by the achievements of these remarkable individuals.Profiles Of The Wright Brothers, Glenn Curtiss, E. Rickenbacker, A. C. Read, John Rodgers, Richard Byrd, Lindbergh, Amelia Earhart, Frank Hawks, Wiley Post, Edwin Musick, Howard Hughes, And Douglas Corrigan.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1430491361
• ISBN13: 9781430491361
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 376 Pages
• Weight: 1.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"