On July 3, 1905, before 4 a.m., the Lebaudy airship, owned by Paul and Pierre Lebaudy, took off from the Moisson aerostatic park. The crew—pilot Juchmès, mechanic Rey, and engineering captain Voyer—aimed to complete an aerial raid to Châlons-sur-Marne, with a planned stop in Meaux. The flight proceeded smoothly at an altitude of 480 meters and an average speed of 40 km/h, reaching Meaux after two hours and thirty minutes. Favorable weather and a near-straight-line route, avoiding the Montmorency forest, contributed to the success. For modern ATPL and ATC students, this early flight highlights fundamental principles that remain relevant today. The Lebaudy airship's controlled navigation, despite limited technology, demonstrates the importance of route planning, weather assessment, and crew coordination—skills still critical in aviation. The crew's decision to avoid the Montmorency forest reflects early hazard awareness, akin to modern NOTAMs and airspace restrictions. This event also underscores the evolution of air traffic management. Without radar or radio, the crew relied on visual landmarks and basic instruments, a stark contrast to today's GPS and ATC systems. Understanding such historical milestones helps students appreciate the technological advancements that have made modern aviation safer and more efficient. In summary, the Lebaudy raid is not just a historical curiosity; it is a teaching tool for aspiring pilots and controllers. It illustrates the enduring challenges of navigation, weather dependency, and crew resource management that define aviation to this day.