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Chuck Yeager
U.S. Air Force test pilot celebrated for being the first pilot to fly faster than the speed of sound in level flight while flying the Bell X-1 in 1947.
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Nov 10, 2025
• 11min
Breaking the sound barrier
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Chuck Yeager, the legendary U.S. Air Force test pilot, shares his thrilling journey of becoming the first person to break the sound barrier in 1947. Despite flying with two broken ribs, he details the challenges of the Bell X-1 and the ingenious fixes he employed, like using a broom handle to secure the cockpit. Yeager reflects on the dangers of supersonic flight and dispels myths about speed. He also discusses the immediate and lasting impact of his historic flight on aviation. His stories reveal both courage and serendipity in the face of groundbreaking challenges.
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