Vernon W. Hamann (USA)

Status 
ratified - retired by changes of the sporting code
Zone 
World
Class 
C (Powered Aeroplanes)
Sub-Class 
C-1 (Landplanes)
Group 
3: turbo-jet
Type of record 
Speed over a closed circuit of 2 000 km with 5 000 kg payload
Performance 
991,01 km/h
Date 
17 Apr 1962
Course / Location 
Edwards AFB, CA (USA)
Claimant 
Vernon W. Hamann (USA)
Type of engine 
TF-33(military desig.for JT-3D)
Aircraft 
C-135B
Aircraft manufacturer 
Boeing
Aircraft engine manufacturer 
Pratt & Whitney