Joseph-Michel Montgolfier

French inventor of the hot air balloon

Joseph-Michel Montgolfier - French inventor of the hot air balloon
Born

August 26th, 1740
284 years ago

Died

June 26th, 1810
214 years ago — 69 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

France

Links & References

Co-invented the hot air balloon with brother Jacques-Étienne Montgolfier. The first successful flight occurred on June 4, 1783, in Annonay, France. Balloon ascended to approximately 1,000 meters and traveled around 3 kilometers before landing. The invention spurred interest in aerostatic flight and laid the groundwork for future advancements in aviation.

Co-invented the hot air balloon

Performed the first manned flight in 1793

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