Ulster Aviation Society open day - 8
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Ulster Aviation Society open day - 8
Image: © Kenneth Allen Taken: 15 Sep 2024
One of the European Heritage events held in various locations in Northern Ireland A replica Ferguson Flyer on display The original aircraft was built in 1911 by Co. Down inventor Harry Ferguson, best known for his inventive and pioneering work with agricultural tractors, was the first person to design, build and fly his own powered aircraft in Ireland. Pilot William McMinn, flew the aeroplane briefly (but successfully) from the Ulster Gliding Club’s airfield at Bellarena, near Limavady – the same location used by Harry Ferguson just over a century ago.
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