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The 1903 Wright Flyer Simulation
The 1903 Flyer requires a pilot with very fast reactions, and a computer that can run the simulation fast enough. If the light above the 'height' axis turns from green to red whilst you are flying it means that you will have to run the simulation at a slower speed- don't worry, most people over 18 won't be able to fly it in 'real-time' anyway! The Wright Flyer Simulation requires that you have the Shockwave Plug-in installed. If you don't have the most current version, you can get it here.


Click (anywhere) to start the engine and then click on the control lever to take off.
After a crash click to rebuild the Flyer and start again.
The simulation starts in autopilot mode, click to take over control.
Click again to return to autopilot control- it may not be able top save you!
If you want help click the 'guidance' box before taking off.
The direction and length of the arrows indicates which way to push the mouse.
Click to return to autopilot control.
Frequent small movements of the canard is the secret to success.
 
Simulation running at quarter speed
Half speed with a gusting wind
Full speed, ie 'real-time'
Full speed with a gusting wind


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