George Cayley

Engineer and aviation pioneer

George Cayley - Engineer and aviation pioneer
Born

December 27th, 1773
251 years ago

Died

1857
168 years ago — 84 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United Kingdom

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Contributions to aeronautics included the development of the concept of the airplane as a heavier-than-air powered vehicle. Authored influential works detailing principles of flight and created designs for various aircraft. Constructed the first successful manned flight in history with a glider in 1853. Served as a member of Parliament, contributing to civil engineering and local governance.

Developed the principles of flight

Designed the first successful glider

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