How close to the original Wright Flyer is the new replica?

As close as humanly possible, if you are referring to the Flyer built
by Ken Hyde in Warrenton VA.

There is one difference: it has a seatbelt, mandated by the FAA.

Any other differences, and no doubt there are some, were brought about
by the lack of information about the original.

all the best -- Dan Ford
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