Joseph-Michel Montgolfier, along with his brother Jacques-Étienne Montgolfier, conducted the first successful hot air balloon flight in 1783.

Charles Lindbergh completed the first solo transatlantic flight in 1927, flying from New York to Paris in his aircraft, the Spirit of St. Louis.

Amelia Earhart achieved this milestone in 1932, becoming the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic.

Otto Lilienthal conducted extensive glider experiments in the late 19th century, contributing significantly to the development of aviation.

John Alcock and Arthur Brown completed the first non-stop transatlantic flight in 1919, flying from Newfoundland to Ireland.

Richard E. Byrd conducted several expeditions to the North and South Poles, making significant contributions to polar exploration.

Bessie Coleman broke barriers by becoming the first African American to obtain a pilot's license in the United States in 1921.

Igor Sikorsky is recognized for his contributions to helicopter development, including the creation of the first successful helicopter in 1939.

Louis Blériot achieved this milestone in 1909, becoming the first person to successfully cross the English Channel by air.

Wiley Post completed the first solo flight around the world in 1933, setting a new record for aviation endurance and distance.

Harriet Quimby made history in 1911 by becoming the first woman to fly solo across the United States.

Frank Whittle is recognized for his contributions to jet engine development, including the creation of the first successful jet engine in 1937.

Chuck Yeager achieved this milestone in 1947, becoming the first person to exceed the speed of sound in an airplane.

Robert Goddard made significant contributions to rocketry, including the development of liquid-fueled rockets and the first successful launch of a liquid-fueled rocket in 1926.

Neil Armstrong achieved this historic milestone in 1969, becoming the first person to set foot on the moon.