The Wright Flyer Engine in Action

Charlie Taylor’s original engine for the Wright Flyer eked out just 12 horsepower but was a marvel for its day. Terry Hesler, a Dayton, Ohio machinist, has built a faithful replica and will demonstrate it Friday, October 17 at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University in Dayton Beach. He describes his fascinating project in this podcast.

Charlie Taylor's original engine for the Wright Flyer eked out just 12 horsepower but was a marvel for its day. Terry Hesler, a Dayton, Ohio machinist, has built a faithful replica and will demonstrate it Friday, October 17 at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University in Dayton Beach. He describes his fascinating project in this podcast.

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