<p>The history of human aviation spans over a hundred years, from the first manned flight of the Wright Flyer in 1903 to the futuristic spacecraft of today that shuttle astronauts and payloads to the International Space Station. Today&#39;s aircraft are constantly evolving and being upgraded. In this new edition of How It Works Book of Aircraft we will bring to life a plethora of modern flying machines, from fighter jets to drones and engineless gliders to rocket ships. Featuring: Iconic aircraft - From the early days of aviation to the modern day, iconic aircraft of all shapes and sizes have taken to the skies. Fighter Jets - Come fact to face with the world&#39;s most technologically advanced aircraft, built for speed and stealth. Flying in style - Take a look inside commercial aircraft, from private jets and hot air balloons to personal drones and gliders. Exploring space - Survey the outer limits of our universe with the spacecraft that investigate alien worlds and stars.