Walter H. Mullikin (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 around the world, Eastbound
Performance
809,24 km/h
Date
03 May 1976
Course / Location
New York, NY (USA) and return (via New Delhi, Tokyo)
Claimant
Walter H. Mullikin (USA)
Crew
Albert A. FRINK & Lyman G. WATT (co-pilots), Frank CASSANITI & Edwards SHIELDS (Flight engineer)
Type of engine
JT9D
Aircraft
747SP-21
Aircraft manufacturer
Boeing
Aircraft engine manufacturer
Pratt & Whitney
