Jean-François Pilâtre de Rozier

Jean-François Pilâtre de Rozier was a French educator and pioneering aviator known for being one of the first people to fly in a hot air balloon. In 1783, he made historic ascents alongside the Montgolfier brothers' invention, the balloon, marking a significant moment in aviation history. Pilâtre de Rozier's experiments demonstrated human flight's possibilities, laying the groundwork for future developments in aviation. Tragically, he later attempted to fly in a combination balloon and glider, which ended in a fatal accident, highlighting the risks of early flight exploration. His contributions remain celebrated in the history of flight.