Kirby Chambliss
Aerobatic pilot and Red Bull Air Race champion
Born
October 18th, 1959
66 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A celebrated aerobatic pilot, significant achievements include competing in the Red Bull Air Race World Championship. Chambliss began flying at a young age and later evolved into an expert in aerobatic competitions. Notably, he secured the title of U.S. National Aerobatic Champion multiple times. With a career spanning decades, he has participated in numerous airshows, showcasing high-performance aerobatics to audiences worldwide. His contributions to the field of aviation have established him as one of the leading figures in aerobatic flying.
Winning multiple U.S. National Aerobatic Championships
Competing in the Red Bull Air Race World Championship
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