Wright Brothers Connection

A fascinating piece of history ties Cass to early aviation. The Wright brothers, pioneers of powered flight, sourced their wood from the Cass mill for use in their airplanes. The high-quality spruce harvested from the nearby mountains was lightweight yet durable, making it an ideal material for aircraft construction. This little-known connection highlights the far-reaching influence of Cass’s timber industry beyond railroads and logging, extending even to the pioneering days of aviation.