First successful airplane flight
The Wright brothers achieved the first sustained flight of a powered, heavier-than-air aircraft.
Discover 1 historical moments on December 17 — 1 events, 0 birthdays, and 0 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
The Wright brothers achieved the first sustained flight of a powered, heavier-than-air aircraft.
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December 17 is home to 1 recorded historical entries in our collection, including 1 notable events, 0 famous birthdays, and 0 deaths. This date has witnessed momentous occasions spanning from 1903 to the present day.
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