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1) Rockets
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The first rockets were fireworks. Today, rockets can carry people and cargo into space. Private companies
are starting to design rockets to take tourists into space. Discover the history, design, and features of these exceptional flying machines in Rockets, part of the Flying the Sky series.
2) Drones
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Drones were first invented by Nikola Tesla in the late 1800s. Today, we have fixed wing and rotary drones. They can be used to take pictures or deliver packages. Discover the history, design, and features of these exceptional flying machines in Drones, part of the Flying the Sky series.
3) Fighter Jets
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Fighter jets were invented in the 1930s. Their design helps them fly fast and make sharp turns. Today's fighter jets are almost invisible to radar. Discover the history, design, and features of these exceptional flying machines in Fighter Jets, part of the Flying the Sky series.
4) Helicopters
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The first helicopter was built in 1936. Helicopters use spinning rotors to create lift. They are used in a variety
of jobs, from search and rescue to reporting on traffic. Discover the history, design, and features of these
exceptional flying machines in Helicopters, part of the Flying the Sky series.
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The airplane was invented in 1903. By the 1950s, passenger planes were using jet engines. Flying is one of the safest ways to travel. Discover the history, design, and features of these exceptional flying machines in Passenger Planes, part of the Flying the Sky series.
6) Flying Cars
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The first flying car was built in 1917. Many flying car have wings that fold in. Others are designed like
motorcycles so they can better meet safety rules. Discover the history, design, and features of these exceptional flying machines in Flying Cars, part of the Flying the Sky series.
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