The Plot of Wings: A Journey Through the Evolution of Flight As we delve into the fascinating world of aviation, we embark on a journey that spans centuries, exploring the evolution of flight and its profound impact on human history. From the earliest gliders to the latest commercial airliners, "Wings" takes readers on a captivating ride through the annals of time, highlighting the pioneers, inventions, and milestones that have shaped the industry we know today. The Early Years: Gliders and Hot Air Balloons In the early days of aviation, inventors and innovators experimented with various materials and designs, testing the boundaries of what was thought possible. The Wright brothers' success with powered flight marked a pivotal moment, but their story is just one chapter in the rich tapestry of aviation's past. We meet the visionaries who dared to dream big, like Otto Lilienthal, whose gliders paved the way for modern flight, and Henri Giffard, whose hot air balloons lifted humans into the sky for the first time. Their contributions, though often overlooked, laid the foundation for the technological advancements that would follow. World War I and the Dawn of Commercial Aviation As the world plunged into chaos during World War I, aircraft technology saw rapid development.

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