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Fossett succeeds in his initiative

Salina, Usa - The eccentric billionaire made a tour around the world in 67-hour time alone and without any stopover

Steve Fossett, 60-year old, succeeded as he planned in his initiative lead to a tour around the world alone and without any stopover in 67-hour time. His GlobalFlyer landed in Salina (Kansas), from which on Monday evening it took place in order to effectuate the singular mission. Starting from the second day of the three planned to make the tour there were serious worries about the fact that fuel may...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 115592
Rome, Italy, 03/04/2005 13:24
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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