General / Off-Topic First Supersonic Man, Chuck Yeager dies age 97

[Winterwalker]

Charles Elwood Yeager (February 13, 1923 – December 7, 2020) was a United States Air Force officer, flying ace, and record-setting test pilot. In 1947, he became the first pilot in history confirmed to have exceeded the speed of sound in level flight.

Rest in peace.

Source: https://youtu.be/Yh_mKBVzpA8

 

[Winterwalker]

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NqLOBPl_zLc

 

[Patrick_68000]

RIP Chuck !

Now you've crossed the barrier to go to heaven.

 

[Manticore]

R.I.P. the kid who got lucky and got a great ride.

So long you legend.