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Georgia Flight: The History of Aviation in Georgia 1907-2007

2007

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Georgia Flight: The History of Aviation in Georgia 1907–2007 by Phil Bellury offers a comprehensive look at the evolution of flight within the Peach State, tracing a century of progress from the earliest experimental gliders to the establishment of one of the world's busiest aerospace hubs. Bellury meticulously documents the pioneers who took to the Georgia skies just years after the Wright brothers' success, highlighting how local innovation and daring pilots laid the groundwork for a burgeoning industry. The narrative transitions from these grassroots beginnings into the pivotal role Georgia played during the World Wars, where the state became a vital training ground for military aviators and a center for wartime manufacturing.

The book further explores the post-war era, detailing the monumental rise of Delta Air Lines and the transformation of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport into a global titan of transportation. Bellury provides technical and historical context for the growth of major aerospace corporations like Lockheed Martin in Marietta, illustrating how high-tech manufacturing became an economic engine for the region. By weaving together personal anecdotes, corporate histories, and civic developments, the author presents a legacy of flight that is deeply intertwined with Georgia’s social and economic identity, culminating in a centennial celebration of the state's soaring achievements.

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