This is the story of the invention of the early aircraft controls. It discusses the patent issued to the Wright brothers for their wing-warping system. It examines the patent lawsuits the Wrights filed against Glenn Curtiss and others. A key part of the story is the U.S. patent issued to the members of the Aerial Experiment Association, including Curtiss and Alexander Graham Bell. It is a fascinating look at one of the most important U.S. patent cases and its impact on world history. Session type: Forum · Interests: History — Skyfarer is not affiliated with the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) or EAA AirVenture Oshkosh. This session is listed for informational purposes from the official AirVenture 2026 schedule. Times and locations can change during the event — verify on the official session page: https://events.rdmobile.com/Sessions/Details/3539892