When was the first flight?

The first human flight took place on November 21, 1783 from a courtyard in Paris, France.

Jean-François Pilâtre de Rozier and Francois Laurent (the Marquis of d'Arlanders) were aboard that flight.

Others in this Category

	Were balloons really used during the civil war?

Have a ballooning question that isn't answered here?

You can submit a question for inclusion in our Frequently Asked Questions.

Personal answers are not possible, but if your question is added we will email you and let you know!