Orville and Wilbur Wright's "Flyer III" trip 38.5 km in 38.3" in 1905

October 5th marks the thirtd flyer trip. It was the first airplane that was capable of sustained and maneuverable flight. It was on 5th October 1905, when the flight run for about 39 minutes and 24 seconds, covering slightly a distance of 24 miles.
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