Lawrence Aeriator

Little is known about this complicated machine, which was designed by George A. Lawrence of Sayre, Pennsylvania. It was claimed to have flown during secret tests, first on 1 October 1907, and then on 11 October. It’s not clear if it was crewed or not, however the inventor said he had plans to build a larger machine, which would be powered by a 60 hp engine and capable of carrying three people. In 1908, Lawrence entered into a business relationship with Gustave Whitehead and formed the Whitehead Motor Works.

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