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29 Sep 1908 – First fully authenticated take-off.

29 September 1908. First fully authenticated take-off, with a ‘hop’ of 234 ft., of the British Army Aeroplane No 1 (or sometimes Cody 1).

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  • 20 Sep 1904 – Flyer II flew the first complete circle.
  • 5 Oct 1905 – First 39 minute flight of the Write Flyer.

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