Aviator wiley post biography of william
Aviator wiley post biography of william
Post, wiley hardeman (1898–1935) - tsha.
Wiley Post
American pilot who made the first flight around the globe in June-July 1931 Date of Birth: 22.11.1899 Country: USA |
Content:
- Biography of Wiley Post
- Early Life and Career
- Aviation Achievements
- Later Years and Contributions
Biography of Wiley Post
Wiley Post, an American aviator, completed the first solo flight around the world in June-July 1931.
He was also known for his work in high-altitude flight, developing some of the first pressure suits. Post's aircraft, a Lockheed Vega named 'Winnie Mae,' as well as his high-altitude suit, are on display at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum's Udvar-Hazy Center.
Post tragically died on August 15, 1935, in a crash during takeoff.
Early Life and Career
Wiley Post was born on November 22, 1898, in Van Zandt County, Texas, USA. He grew up in a farming family and later moved to Oklahoma when he was five years old.
At the age of 26, Post began his aviation career working as a parachute jumper for a