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For many ornithopter enthusiasts, it all began with an intense fascination with the flight of birds or other animals. With these books, whether you're a bird lover or an ornithopter builder, you'll have all the information you need!
 


    
How Birds Fly  $15.95
David Goodnow's How Birds Fly reveals the mysteries of flapping flight through sequences of high-speed photographs. Kids will enjoy this book, and adults will appreciate its concise but informative text. The book describes forward flight as well as special maneuvers like takeoff and landing. Describes anatomical adaptations for flight. Goodnow raised many of the birds at his own home, and his photography has appeared in National Geographic, Outdoor Life, and other leading publications. 92 pages.

 
Flapping Wings Newsletter  $12.95/year
The Ornithopter Zone's quarterly newsletter was started by Patrick Deshaye in 1984. Each issue contains news, articles, and project info sent in by readers. Ornithopter plans are featured in many issues. more

 
 

Ornithopter Design Manual  $49.95
The Ornithopter Design Manual is available exclusively
with your subscription to Flapping Wings, and that is included in the price. This thoroughly revised edition, written by Nathan Chronister, incorporates the substantial knowledge gained in recent
years. more