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