This course is an introduction to the history of aviation technology from its origins to the present day. It examines selected topics on flight within the Earth’s atmosphere from a global perspective with emphasis on events in the United States. Overall, the course stresses the history of flight within the broader context of culture, economics, politics, society, technology, and international conflict through lecture, readings, video, writing assignments, and discussions. Prerequisite: Admission to the program (3-0-3)