The Wright Brothers and 12 Seconds That Changed History

Wright Brothers Story

Aviation history reveals remarkable human achievement and courage. Understanding the past illuminates aviation’s future.

Historic Wright Brothers first flight at Kitty Hawk
The Wright Brothers achieved the first powered, sustained, and controlled airplane flight on December 17, 1903.

Historical Significance

Learn from aviation pioneers. Appreciate technological progress. Honor those who advanced flight.

Jason Michael

Jason Michael

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Jason Michael, an ATP-rated pilot who flies the C-17 for the U.S. Air Force, is the editor of Flighthistorytales. Articles on the site are researched, fact-checked, and reviewed before publication. Read our editorial standards or send a correction at the editorial policy page.

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