Richard E. Byrd becomes first person to fly over the North Pole in 1926

In 1926, under the Arctic's perpetual daylight, Bennett piloted a plane off an icy runway, marking the first aerial view of the North Pole. The successful crossing at 9:02 AM led to a safe return by 2:30 PM, sparking celebrations and a future parade. Commander Richard E. Byrd became the first person to witness the North Pole from the air.

What was the significance of Byrd's flight in relation to the North Pole?

What kind of celebration occurred after the safe return of the flight?