University of Houston
University of Houston: Women in Flight
Beryl Markham's contribution to aviation history is discussed in this lengthy article. Facts about many other famous female aviators before and after Markham are also included.
National Women’s History Museum
National Women's History Museum: Bessie Coleman
Bessie Coleman soared across the sky as the first African American and the first Native American woman pilot.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Amelia Earhart: Aviator, Record Breaker, and Activist
Through two primary source activities and a short video, students will learn about Earhart's passion for flying and determination to succeed as a female aviator.
NASA
Nasa: History of Flight
How did we learn to fly? Resource takes users back through time to discover where the history of flight all started. Offers links to games, art and stories as well as activities.
University of Missouri
Famous Trials: Anne Morrow Lindbergh
This site presents a brief biography of Anne Morrow Lindbergh, wife of Charles Lindberg and noted author.
University of Missouri
Famous Trials: Charles A. Lindbergh
This site presents a biography of Charles A. Lindbergh (1902-1972), the first person to fly non-stop across the Atlantic.
Other
Amelia Earhart: The Official Website
A woman wrapped in the mysterious lore of the past makes for an unforgettable character. That, plus the mystique of incredible bravery gives Amelia Earhart a lasting place in history. To this day, her death is unsolved and her character...
Curated OER
National Park Service: Aviation: From Sand Dunes to Sonic Booms
Features 100 aircraft, airfields, research labs, military installations, battle sites, launch facilities, and other places that tell about people and events that made the U.S. a world leader in aviation. Highlights of this travel...
Other
The Spitfire Emporium: The Machines
A collection of images of vintage aircraft. A few detailed histories are provided.
Other
Aviation Internet Group: Aviation Theory
Collection of articles ranging from basic to advanced on aerodynamics theory.
Other
Ellen's Place: Amelia Earhart 1897 1937
This informative resource is a biography of Amelia Earhart and her accomplishments, focusing on the early years, her celebrity status, and her last flight.
University of Chicago
Flights Before the Wrights: Octave Chanute, Chicago
A site that chronicles the life of Octave Chanute, an aeronautical engineer involved in flight before the Wright brothers.
University of Chicago
Flights Before the Wrights: Octave Chanute, Chicago
A site that chronicles the life of Octave Chanute, an aeronautical engineer involved in flight before the Wright brothers.
Vocabulary University
My vocabulary.com: Wright Brothers
This has a variety of vocabulary puzzles and activities using 31 vocabulary words pertaining to the Wright Brothers. It also offers an extensive vocabulary word list for aviation and airplanes.
The Franklin Institute
Franklin Institute: Flights of Inspiration
Franklin Institute site showcases the first flight taken by the Wright brothers. Follows the Wright brothers plan to achieve first flight as they used their failures to win them success in aviation.
PBS
Pbs: Chasing the Sun: Aviation Timeline
Detailed timeline with descriptions of the major events and scientific developments of aviation in the 20th century. Timeline is separated by decade.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Libraries:taking to the Skies: Wright Brothers, Birth of Aviation
An article regarding the Wright brother's history of flight. Includes pictures and further reading material.
National Women's Hall of Fame
National Women's Hall of Fame: Amelia Earhart
The National Women's Hall of Fame offers a brief biography of Amelia Earhart.
Other
Fox Sports Motor
Fox Sports Motor covers the latest news in motor vehicle racing. Coverage includes auto, motorcycle, marine and aviation racing news.
Famous Scientists
Famous Scientists: Alberto Santos Dumont
Read about Brazilian aviation pioneer, Alberto Santos-Dumont, who designed, built, and flew hot air balloons, and was famous for his flight that rounded the Eiffel Tower.
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Land! Water! Sky! Oh My!
This lesson plan focuses on the importance of airplanes in today's society. Airplanes of all shapes and sizes are used for hundreds of different reasons, including recreation, commercial business, public transportation, and delivery of...
Scholastic
Scholastic Instructor: 100 Years of Flight
Learn more about the first "100 Years of Flight" when you explore this article. It features resources, historical background knowledge and more.
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: 300 Women Who Changed History: Amelia Earhart
Encyclopedia Britannica provides a short biography of Amelia Mary Earhart, the first person to fly from Hawaii to California, and the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean.
University Corporation for Atmospheric Research
Ucar: Learn to Fly! Uav First Flight
Students begin to learn basics of flying UAVs/drones. This simple initial flight includes a take-off, hovering at different heights, and landing.