Jan 1, 1485
The Ornithoper
The Ornithoper
The Ornithoper was a design by Leonardo da Vinci. It was never actually built but the modern day helicopter is based on this design!
Apr 25, 1783
The First Manned Hot Air Balloon
The First Manned Hot Air Balloon
Joseph MIchael and Jacques Etienne Montgolfier invented the first hot air balloon. Smoke from a fire was used to blow hot air into a silk bag attached to a basket. The hot air began to rise and the basket along with it. The first human passengers were Jean-Francois Pilatre de Rozier and Francois Lauren.
Dec 1, 1783
Flight Pioneer
Flight Pioneer
Jacques Charles was a French scientist who along with M.Robert made the first flight in a hydrogen filled balloon