Bernt Balchen

Norwegian aviator and polar explorer

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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