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Wright Brothers Day

📅 Thursday, December 17, 2026 at 00:00:00 UTC

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What is Wright Brothers Day?

Wright Brothers Day, a United States federal observance by Presidential proclamation

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About Wright Brothers Day

Wright Brothers Day is an annual observance celebrated on December 17th to honor the achievements of Orville and Wilbur Wright, the pioneers of aviation. This day commemorates the first successful powered flight, which took place on December 17, 1903, in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. The Wright brothers' innovative spirit and engineering prowess laid the foundation for modern aviation.

Established by Presidential proclamation, Wright Brothers Day serves as a reminder of the significance of flight in transforming transportation and connecting the world. Educational institutions, aviation enthusiasts, and various organizations often hold events, lectures, and exhibitions to celebrate this milestone in human history.

The observance encourages people to reflect on the impact of aviation on society and to inspire future generations to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). It is a day of recognition not only for the Wright brothers but also for the ongoing advancements in aviation technology that continue to shape our world today.

Key facts

First held: 1963
Frequency: Annual

Official resources

Wright Brothers Day - Wikipedia

Frequently asked questions about Wright Brothers Day.

Wright Brothers Day is observed on December 17 each year.

It celebrates the first successful powered flight by Orville and Wilbur Wright.

Aviation has transformed transportation, connecting people and cultures globally.

You can participate in local events, educational programs, or reflect on the history of aviation.

Where it's held

Country: United States

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Wright Brothers Day start times in other key cities:

Location	Time
Abiyán	Thu 00:00:00
Addis Abeba	Thu 00:00:00
Ahmedabad	Thu 00:00:00
Alejandría	Thu 00:00:00
Ankara	Thu 00:00:00
Bagdad	Thu 00:00:00
Bangalore	Thu 00:00:00
Bangkok	Thu 00:00:00
Bogotá	Thu 00:00:00
Bombay	Thu 00:00:00
Cantón	Thu 00:00:00
Chongqing	Thu 00:00:00
Ciudad de Ho Chi Minh	Thu 00:00:00
Ciudad de México	Thu 00:00:00
Ciudad del Cabo	Thu 00:00:00
Daca	Thu 00:00:00
Dar es Salaam	Thu 00:00:00
El Cairo	Thu 00:00:00
Estambul	Thu 00:00:00
Hanoi	Thu 00:00:00
Hong Kong	Thu 00:00:00
Jartum	Thu 00:00:00
Johannesburgo	Thu 00:00:00
Kano	Thu 00:00:00
Karachi	Thu 00:00:00
Kinshasa	Thu 00:00:00
Lagos	Thu 00:00:00
Lahore	Thu 00:00:00
Lima	Thu 00:00:00
Londres	Thu 00:00:00
Luanda	Thu 00:00:00
Melbourne	Thu 00:00:00
Moscú	Thu 00:00:00
Nueva Delhi	Thu 00:00:00
Nueva York	Thu 00:00:00
Pekín	Thu 00:00:00
Riad	Thu 00:00:00
Río de Janeiro	Thu 00:00:00
San Pablo	Thu 00:00:00
San Petersburgo	Thu 00:00:00
Santiago	Thu 00:00:00
Seúl	Thu 00:00:00
Shanghái	Thu 00:00:00
Shenzhen	Thu 00:00:00
Singapur	Thu 00:00:00
Sídney	Thu 00:00:00
Teherán	Thu 00:00:00
Tokio	Thu 00:00:00
Yakarta	Thu 00:00:00

Wright Brothers Day start times in different countries:

🇩🇪 Alemania Thu 00:00:00
🇩🇿 Argelia Thu 00:00:00
🇦🇷 Argentina Thu 00:00:00
🇧🇩 Bangladesh Thu 00:00:00
🇧🇷 Brasil Thu 00:00:00
🇨🇳 China Thu 00:00:00
🇨🇴 Colombia Thu 00:00:00
🇪🇬 Egipto Thu 00:00:00
🇪🇸 España Thu 00:00:00
🇺🇸 Estados Unidos Thu 00:00:00
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🇵🇭 Filipinas Thu 00:00:00
🇫🇷 Francia Thu 00:00:00
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🇮🇷 Irán Thu 00:00:00
🇮🇹 Italia Thu 00:00:00
🇯🇵 Japón Thu 00:00:00
🇰🇪 Kenia Thu 00:00:00
🇲🇲 Myanmar Thu 00:00:00
🇲🇽 México Thu 00:00:00
🇳🇬 Nigeria Thu 00:00:00
🇵🇰 Pakistán Thu 00:00:00
🇬🇧 Reino Unido Thu 00:00:00
🇷🇺 Rusia Thu 00:00:00
🇿🇦 Sudáfrica Thu 00:00:00
🇹🇭 Tailandia Thu 00:00:00
🇻🇳 Vietnam Thu 00:00:00

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🇩🇪 Alemania	Thu 00:00:00
🇩🇿 Argelia	Thu 00:00:00
🇦🇷 Argentina	Thu 00:00:00
🇧🇩 Bangladesh	Thu 00:00:00
🇧🇷 Brasil	Thu 00:00:00
🇨🇳 China	Thu 00:00:00
🇨🇴 Colombia	Thu 00:00:00
🇪🇬 Egipto	Thu 00:00:00
🇪🇸 España	Thu 00:00:00
🇺🇸 Estados Unidos	Thu 00:00:00
🇪🇹 Etiopía	Thu 00:00:00
🇵🇭 Filipinas	Thu 00:00:00
🇫🇷 Francia	Thu 00:00:00
🇮🇳 India	Thu 00:00:00
🇮🇩 Indonesia	Thu 00:00:00
🇮🇷 Irán	Thu 00:00:00
🇮🇹 Italia	Thu 00:00:00
🇯🇵 Japón	Thu 00:00:00
🇰🇪 Kenia	Thu 00:00:00
🇲🇲 Myanmar	Thu 00:00:00
🇲🇽 México	Thu 00:00:00
🇳🇬 Nigeria	Thu 00:00:00
🇵🇰 Pakistán	Thu 00:00:00
🇬🇧 Reino Unido	Thu 00:00:00
🇷🇺 Rusia	Thu 00:00:00
🇿🇦 Sudáfrica	Thu 00:00:00
🇹🇭 Tailandia	Thu 00:00:00
🇻🇳 Vietnam	Thu 00:00:00