[CHAPTER XVII]
A SUCCESSFUL FLIGHT
“Well, boys,” remarked Mr. Glassford as the flap of the tent was closed on the curious crowd that surged forward, “are you satisfied with the ship?”
“We sure are,” answered Jerry. “It did better than I thought it would.”
“Even if we did have an accident,” added Ned.
“That accident was nothing,” declared Mr. Glassford. “It showed that even when one does happen we are as safe in the upper air as we are on the earth. But I think I will change the propellers. I want to make them four-bladed. That will give us more power, and our motor will stand it. We can then navigate against a pretty strong wind.”
“How long will it take?” asked Bob. “I’m anxious to go up again.”
“About two days. Then we’ll try another flight. I think we can take a little heavier load, too.”
“Then can I go along?” asked Andy eagerly.