INTRODUCTION
Thesis Statement: The transformation of the aviation industry in World War I influenced the evolution of aircraft development, and what influence the aviation industry had during World War I. I have always been fascinated with history and aviation, and how aviation has evolved in such a relatively short period of time and the dramatic effect flight has had on changing the world. I have worked in the aviation field most of my adult life and understand the significance that flight now plays in logistics and military strategy. I hope to learn more about how mass production aided in the development of the aviation industry, and how that development aided in the aircraft evolution