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What type of flight is Biot known for?

  • Airplane

  • Helicopter

  • Hot air balloon

  • Blimp

Answer

Biot is known for being one of the first people to fly in a hot air balloon. In 1784, he flew from the Jardin du Luxembourg in Paris to the outskirts of the city. This was a very important event, as it showed that humans could fly in a controlled manner.
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