Curtiss Autoplane
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The Curtiss Autoplane, invented by Glenn Curtiss in 1917, is widely considered the first attempt to build a roadable aircraft.[1] Although the vehicle was capable of lifting off the ground, it never achieved full flight.[2]
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Curtiss Autoplane | |
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Autoplane as shown at Pan-American Aeronautical Exposition of 1917 | |
Role | Roadable aircraft |
National origin | United States |
Manufacturer | Curtiss |
Designer | Glenn Curtiss |
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