Multiple choice

For how long did Flyer III stay airborne during its most successful flight?

  1. 1 hour / flew 100 miles

  2. 39 minutes / flew 24 miles

  3. 15 minutes / flew 10 miles

  4. None of these

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

On October 5, 1905, the Flyer III stayed airborne for 39 minutes and 23 seconds, covering a distance of approximately 24.5 miles. This was a significant improvement over their earlier flights.