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1902: First Commercial Flight of Richard Pearse

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1902: First Commercial Flight of Richard Pearse

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Kiwi farmer Richard Pearse may have achieved powered flight before the Wright brothers! He designed and built his own aircraft and engine, making several attempts at powered flight near Timaru. His innovative aircraft design included features like wing flaps and a steerable front landing wheel that were ahead of their time.

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Bill Hamilton revolutionized marine transport by inventing the jet boat engine. His invention allowed boats to navigate shallow rivers that were previously impossible to access. The Hamilton Jet is now used worldwide in everything from recreational boats to search and rescue vessels.