In 1783, man soared into space, riding a hot-air balloon; as hot Air is lighter than the air around us. Could an object, heavier than air, defy gravity and fly? In 1905, the Wright brothers found the answer and flew a machine heavier than air. That marked the Beginning of the great aviation story. Since then, aircraft's range, speed and capability have increased manifold. So have their areas of application. These achievements prove that even sky can't set the limit to the future of aviation.
This book presents the story of how the man's great dream of flying came true, how the technological advancements affected the evolution of aircrafts, and how it changed the course of history.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR R.K. Murthi
R.K. Murthi is a prolific writer. He has contributed more than 2500 middles and over 200 short stories to leading English publications. He also revels in profiles, book reviews and science-based articles and has been acknowledged as a social activist and science communicator. He has found a niche for himself in the world of children's literature in India. He has won several national awards and prizes for his work in this field. He has over seventy books to his credit. These include books for children. AIR presents his stories on Horizon Magazine of External Services. The National Channel and Delhi Station of AIR invite him often to participate in panel discussions or to present pen portraits of eminent persons or to deliver background talks on topics of importance. He has contributed two sections to Masterpieces of Literature published by NBT. Currently he is Secretary-General of the Indian Society of Authors; Member Advisory Panel of Nehru Bal Pustakalaya, NBT; and Consultant (Publications), CBT.
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