Élisabeth Thible, a talented balloonist, took to the skies in an untethered hot air balloon, making a landmark achievement in 1784. Departing from Lyon, France, she demonstrated her courage and skill while flying not only for the thrill but also to prove that women could participate in activities that required boldness and expertise. Accompanied by a male passenger, Thible ascended to approximately 1,500 meters over Lyon, managing to navigate the balloon along a journey that spanned four kilometers in a duration of 45 minutes. Thible's successful flight attracted considerable attention and awe, as many watched the ascent of the colorful balloon against the backdrop of the sky, which heralded a new era of exploration.The early flights in hot air balloons had captured the imagination of the public since the Montgolfier brothers demonstrated the principles of ballooning earlier that same year. However, the majority of those flights were undertaken by men, rendering Thible's accomplishment exceptionally significant. Her flight emphasized the advent of women in aeronautical domains. Élisabeth’s flight also sparked interest in the potential of aviation for both scientific and recreational purposes, contributing to the broader discourse on flight that would eventually lead into the 19th and 20th centuries, where women would continue to break barriers in this emerging field.