jan 1, 1856 - The First Flight Altitude-Gain
Description:
In 1856, Frenchman Jean-Marie Le Bris made the first flight higher than his point of departure, by having his glider "L'Albatros artificiel" pulled by a horse on a beach. He reportedly achieved a height of 100 meters, over a distance of 200 meters. ~WikipediaAdded to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1856
Now
~ 168 years ago
