G.W. Ellis (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
Altitude in horizontal flight
Performance
20 252 m
Date
05 Dec 1961
Course / Location
Edwards AFB, CA (USA)
Claimant
G.W. Ellis (USA)
Type of engine
J79
Aircraft
F-4H-1F "Phantom"
Aircraft manufacturer
McDonnell Douglas
Aircraft engine manufacturer
G E