The World Monuments Fund has named the historic Wright Brothers sites in Dayton, Ohio, to its “Irreplaceable America” list. This new initiative highlights 10 at-risk U.S. heritage locations during the nation’s 250th anniversary, bringing attention to preserving early aviation history.
Wright Brothers
Video Showcases 1909 Flight Tests With Orville Wright
While searching for aviation videos on YouTube, I stumbled upon rare, grainy footage of the Wright Military Flyer from a 1909 test flight. The six-minute video is testament to just how far we’ve come since those days.
What Inspired the Wright Brothers?
Toy airplanes are often a child’s first introduction to aviation, but did you know that a toy helicopter is what inspired the Wright brothers?
Celebrating Wilbur Wright’s Birthday
The First Flight Society, a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and sharing the legacy of the Wright Brothers, raised more than $7,000 during a celebration of Wilbur Wright’s birthday April 16, 2026.
Celebrate Wilbur Wright’s Birthday
The First Flight Society is throwing a party to celebrate Wilbur Wright’s 159th birthday.
How fast is fast enough?
The history of travel has been long, slow, frequently unsafe, and undeniably tedious. Until the Wright brothers got us airborne.
Wright Flyer III one step closer to being declared Ohio state airplane
The bill will now move on to the Ohio House of Representatives for approval and, if passed, onto Governor Mike DeWine’s desk.
Celebrate National Aviation Day
The First Flight Society will hold a joint celebration of National Aviation Day with the Wright Brothers National Memorial, Aug. 19, 2024.
Celebrating the anniversary of the Wright brothers’ first flight
On Dec. 17, 2023, the 120th anniversary of the Wright brothers’ first heavier-than-air, controlled, powered flight will be celebrated at the Wright Brothers National Memorial.