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Henry Farman, 1874-1958, left, and Ernest Archdeacon in the Voisin-Farman Ibis on 30 May 1908 at Ghent, Belgium. A flight of 1, 242m was made with Archdeacon as passenger. Date: 1908
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Archdeacon Ernest Farman Ghent Ibis Aeronautics
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This photograph captures the historic moment when aviation pioneers Henry Farman (1874-1958), left, and Ernest Archdeacon took to the skies aboard the Voisin-Farman Ibis on May 30, 1908, in Ghent, Belgium. At the dawn of aviation, these brave men pushed the boundaries of human flight, making strides in advancing the technology and capabilities of early aircraft. Henry Farman, a British aviator and engineer, is renowned for his significant contributions to the development of aviation. He set numerous aviation records, including the first official international air race win in 1906, and was the first person to fly a seaplane. Ernest Archdeacon, a French aviator, joined forces with Farman to fly the Voisin-Farman Ibis, a biplane designed by Maurice and Gabriel Voisin. During this flight, they achieved a distance of 1,242 meters, marking a crucial milestone in the history of aviation. The Voisin-Farman Ibis, with its distinctive bird-like appearance, was a testament to the innovative spirit of the early aviation pioneers. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the determination, courage, and ingenuity of Farman and Archdeacon as they soared above the ground, leaving the world in awe of the possibilities of human flight.
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