02278cam a22003373u 4500 907 UtSlPG 20260610133037.0 m cr n 260607r1997||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 TL Jackman, William J. (William James), 1850- Flying Machines: Construction and Operation : A Practical Book Which Shows, in Illustrations, Working Plans and Text, How to Build and Navigate the Modern Airship Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 1997 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 1997-05-01 Produced by Charles Keller, and David Widger "Flying Machines: Construction and Operation" by W.J. Jackman and Thos. H. Russell is a practical guide to aviation written in the early 20th century. This work serves as a comprehensive resource for novices interested in the construction and navigation of modern flying machines, providing clear instructions along with illustrations and working plans. At the start of the book, the authors emphasize the importance of understanding the basic principles of flight, including the evolution of flying machine designs and the fundamental aerodynamics involved. Through the introductory chapter by Octave Chanute, the text explores historical milestones in aviation, detailing significant contributions made by earlier experimenters. The opening of the book outlines how the authors aim to make these concepts accessible to a general audience, hence avoiding overly technical language. Readers are introduced to key topics such as the mechanics of gliding machines and the necessary materials for building a successful flying craft, setting the stage for a hands-on learning experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Aeronautics Flying-machines Chanute, Octave, 1832-1910 Russell, Thomas Herbert, 1862-1947 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/907 43026 43026