5 Wright Brothers Facts That Changed History

3. They Solved the Biggest Problem: Control

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Before the Wright Brothers, many flying machines failed because they couldn’t be controlled.

The Wright Brothers understood that flying was not just about lifting off—it was about balance and steering.

They invented a three-axis control system:

  • Up and down
  • Side to side
  • Turning left and right

They used a technique called wing warping, which later inspired modern airplane controls. This breakthrough made real flight possible.

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