Wright Flyer - Weatherford, OK
Posted by: The Snowdog
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This full-sized replica of the Wright Flyer is on display at the Stafford Air and Space Museum in Weatherford, Oklahoma.
Waymark Code: WM163EZ
Location: Oklahoma, United States
Date Posted: 04/26/2022
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The Stafford Air and Space Museum houses over 63,000 sq. ft. of exhibits under one roof and showcase thousands of items representing the evolution of aviation and spaceflight. they have worked closely with the Smithsonian Institution, NASA, and the U.S. Air Force Museum to assemble on the finest collection of aerospace artifacts in the central United States. The collection features several full-sized replicas, including this Wright Flyer. The world's first successful powered aircraft is depicted as ready for flight, with Orville Wright in the (prone) pilot position.
A modest admission fee is required to enter the Museum.
Where is original located?: National Air and Space Museum, Washington, D.C.
Where is this replica located?: Stafford Air and Space Museum,Weatherford, Oklahoma
Who created the original?: Orville and Wilbur Wright
Internet Link about Original: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wright_Flyer
Year Original was Created (approx. ok): 1903
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