Bernt Balchen
Norwegian aviator and polar explorer
Born
October 23rd, 1899
125 years ago
Died
1973
52 years ago — 74 years old
Category
Explorers & Adventurers
Country
Norway
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A prominent aviator and polar explorer, contributions spanned both aviation and polar expeditions. Played a crucial role in early Arctic flights and the establishment of aviation routes. Participated in several significant missions, including the U.S. Navy's Operation Highjump, which aimed to explore Antarctica. Developed advanced techniques for high-altitude flying and cold weather operations, influencing later polar exploration and aviation techniques.
Completed the first transpolar flight from Spitsbergen to Alaska
Participated in Operation Highjump in Antarctica
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