The first successful powered flight took place in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, on December 17, 1903, conducted by the Wright brothers, Orville and Wilbur Wright. They achieved this historical milestone using their airplane, the Wright Flyer, which flew for 12 seconds and covered 120 feet on its first flight. The Wright brothers’ innovations in aerodynamics, control mechanisms, and engine design laid the foundation for modern aviation. This achievement marked a significant turning point in technology and human transportation, as it opened the door to the development of powered flight.