Albert Scott Crossfield
Pioneering American test pilot
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An American pilot and engineer, contributed significantly to aerospace engineering and flight testing. Played a crucial role in the development and testing of experimental aircraft, particularly during the early years of the U.S. space program. Became the first pilot to fly at twice the speed of sound in 1953 and served as a test pilot for the X-15 rocket plane. His work advanced knowledge of high-speed aerodynamics and helped shape future space exploration efforts.
First pilot to fly at Mach 2
Test pilot for the X-15 rocket plane
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