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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