The Wright Flyer in mid-air during its first powered flight on December 17, 1903, with Orville Wright piloting and Wilbur Wright running alongside on the ground.

17th December 1903: The Wright Brothers’ First Motorized Flight

17th December 1903 marks one of the most significant milestones in human history. On this day, Orville and Wilbur Wright successfully achieved the first sustained, motorized, and controlled flight in their aircraft, the Wright Flyer. This breakthrough in aviation forever changed the way humans perceive travel, technology, and innovation.