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Fossett crossed Pacific Ocean
St. Louis, Usa - He is expected to reach Atlantic Ocean early this morning
Steve Fossett and the Bud Light Spirit of Freedom left the Pacific Ocean behind and crossed the Chilean coast at approximately 22.22 UTC yesterday, flying at 67.3 miles per hour (108.4 km per hour) and at 24,800 feet (7,559 meters). Fossett will be over land only about six hours before heading out into the Atlantic. Faster winds will greet him there and allow him to pick up even more speed. Mission...
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 30351
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency