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There were others on the verge of getting a magnificent flying machine off the ground about the same time as the Wright Brothers at Kitty Hawk. One such aviation pioneer was Will Quick at Quicks Mill, Alabama or better known to old timers of the "area as Hump, Alabama". Hump is located between New Market and Hazel Green on Walker Lane. Will studied flying insects in the late 1800's and drew various designs, threw his designs away and drew more designs. His biggest hold back, due to shortage of funds and availability was the right engine for his craft. He finally obtained his engine and mounted it to his flying contraption. Sixteen year old Will, Jr., under close instructions from senior made the first successful flight in 1908. The plane has been restored and placed on display at the Alabama Space Museum in Huntsville.