Wiley Post
Aviation pioneer and record-setting pilot
Born in 1898, a pilot made significant contributions to aviation through solo transcontinental and around-the-world flights. Developed the first practical pressure suit, which was crucial for high-altitude flight. Achieved fame for completing the first solo flight around the world in 1933, a journey that lasted 7 days, 18 hours. Post's explorations included notable flights above the Arctic, contributing to the understanding of weather patterns. Tragically died in a plane crash in 1935 but left a lasting legacy in the field of aviation.
First solo flight around the world in 1933
Development of the pressure suit
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