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Santos-Dumont 14bis at Bagatelle
Santos-Dumont 14bis at Bagatelle, the first aeroplane flight in Europe, 23 October 1906. Date: 1906
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Santos-Dumont 14bis at Bagatelle: Witnessing the First Aeroplane Flight in Europe on October 23, 1906 This photograph captures a pivotal moment in aviation history as the Santos-Dumont 14-bis, the world's first practical fixed-wing aircraft, takes flight at the Bois de Boulogne's Bagatelle Gardens in Paris, France, on October 23, 1906. Brazilian aviation pioneer, Alberto Santos-Dumont, stands nearby, proudly observing the successful execution of his innovative design. The Santos-Dumont 14-bis, also known as "Demoiselle," was the culmination of years of experimentation and innovation in aviation. With its unique biplane configuration, pusher propeller, and innovative control system, the 14-bis represented a significant leap forward in aviation technology. The first European flight took place on this fateful day in 1906, with Santos-Dumont making three successful flights, each lasting around 50 to 60 seconds and covering distances of approximately 60 to 120 meters (around 200 to 390 feet). The flights took place in the presence of a large crowd of onlookers, including members of the press, who were eager to witness the groundbreaking event. This photograph serves as a testament to the ingenuity and determination of Santos-Dumont and his contemporaries, who dared to dream of taking to the skies and forever changing the way we transport ourselves. The Santos-Dumont 14-bis paved the way for the development of modern aircraft and the aviation industry as we know it today.
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