The Steam-Powered Bat Plane That “Might” Have Flown

Today, we look at the creations of Clément Ader - notably, two steam-powered flying machines: the Éole and the Avion III. Welcome to my A-Z of aircraft, where I briefly talk about the aviation-related machines that fascinate me the most. Popular topics may get a longer "Deep Dive" video in the future :) Want to support the channel? Become a patreon member here - https://patreon.com/rexshangar Want to join the community? Visit our Discord - https://discord.gg/GMQkpeccjc Sources: Ader.C (1909), "L'aviation Militaire". L'Aerophile (French Magazin), various issues from 1898 - 1908. Jarrett.P (2024), "Human Flight - Seeking The Natural Solution", Journal of Aeronautical History. Gibbs-Smith.C (1968), "Clément Ader: his Flight Claims and his Place in History".