The "British Empire Michelin Trophy No. 1" (often called the Michelin Trophy) is a famous aviation award established in 1911 by the Michelin Tyre Company. The trophy features a striking bronze sculpture depicting the Greek mythological hero Bellerophon taming the winged horse Pegasus.The trophy was awarded to aviators who completed significant feats of aviation endurance, navigation, and speed in the early days of flight. It stands as a symbol of early human domination of the skies, drawing a direct parallel to the legendary hero conquering a creature of myth. Today, the original trophy and associated artwork are proudly preserved and exhibited at the Royal Air Force Museum in London