Is it Daedalus' fault that his son died?

Daedalus' role in his son's death is complex and can be interpreted in different ways. While he created the Labyrinth that ultimately led to his son Icarus' demise, it was Icarus' own choices—ignoring his father's warnings and flying too close to the sun—that directly caused the tragedy. Thus, while Daedalus bears some responsibility as a parent and inventor, the final decision and its consequences rest with Icarus himself. Ultimately, it illustrates themes of hubris and the limits of human ambition.