Model Aeroplanes and Their Engines: A Practical Book for Beginners by Cavanagh

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Author Cavanagh, George Anthony, 1894-
Author of introduction, etc. Woodhouse, Henry, 1884-1970
Illustrator Schultz, Harry G.
LoC No. 18014182
Title Model Aeroplanes and Their Engines: A Practical Book for Beginners
Original Publication United States: Moffat, Yard & Co,1917.
Note Reading ease score: 66.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Brian Coe, Quentin Campbell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Library of Congress)
Summary "Model Aeroplanes and Their Engines: A Practical Book for Beginners" by George A. Cavanagh is a practical guide for aspiring hobbyists interested in building model airplanes, written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the history of model aviation, construction techniques, and various engines, catering particularly to newcomers in the field. It promises to equip readers with foundational knowledge and skills for creating aeronautical projects. The beginning of this work provides an introduction that emphasizes the significance of model aeroplanes as both a hobby and an educational tool to inspire future advancements in aviation. Cavanagh notes the historical context of aeronautics and the important figures in its development, such as the Wright Brothers, while underscoring the potential for youth involvement in this exciting field through model competitions. The author sets the stage for discussing construction techniques and details about engines, suggesting that the principles explored may lead to meaningful contributions to the broader field of aviation in the future. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class TL: Technology: Motor vehicles, Aeronautics, Astronautics
Subject Airplanes -- Models
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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