Believe Quote by Octave Chanute
“I believe the new machine of the Wrights to be the most promising attempt at flight that has yet been made.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: 1903 Lecture on Aviation, Octave Chanute, 1903
The Wright brothers' aircraft represents the most hopeful progress toward human flight at that time.
In simple terms: Wright plane was the best hope for flight.
Recognize and support innovative engineering.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- early 20th century aviation
- engineering conferences
- funding proposals
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What risks are worth taking for breakthrough tech?
- How can modern innovators learn from early aviation?
Limited by materials and understanding of lift.