| Ferguson monoplane | |
|---|---|
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| Replica of Ferguson Monoplane | |
| Role | Two-seat monoplane |
| National origin | United Kingdom |
| Manufacturer | J.B. Ferguson & Company |
| Designer | Harry Ferguson |
| First flight | 31 December 1909 |
| Number built | 1 |
The Ferguson monoplane was the first Irish heavier-than-air craft to fly. The monoplane was designed by Harry Ferguson and built by his brother's company J.B. Ferguson & Company in Belfast. [1]
Harry Ferguson started as an Irish mechanic and while working with his brother Joe became interested in aircraft. [1] Ferguson first flew his monoplane on 31 December 1909, the first flight of an Irish heavier-than-air craft. [1] The monoplane was flown during 1910, including one flight of 2.5 miles (4 km), but was badly damaged in a heavy landing in December 1910. [1]
Data from [1]
General characteristics
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