now, to show you part of the big picture, here is master sergeant stewart quaid. >>> in the fall of 1907the united states army purchased from two bicycle mechanics named wright the first military plane. guaranteed to remain aloft for one hour, it carried two persons. it was light enough to be transported in an army wagon. 50 years have passed, the flight has become a commonplace reality. there seems to be no limit to aviation progress this is the army's tribute to the pilots, the mechanics, the engineers and countless others who have given wings to man's dreams this is the age of flight. the airy. today, air power is a dominant factor in the american defense program. far out from all four corners of the united states, navy and air force radar planes are spreading an aerial umbrella across the sky. guarding against any sudden attack, they are a vital link in a rahr ddar team that includes s tour installations at sea and navy picket ships. america has a shield of radar which will search out unknown aircraft long before they reach u.s. borders. but it is upon our airmen and modern aircraft