Legendary airman Chuck Yeager — the first pilot in history confirmed to break the sound barrier — died on Monday night at age 97, according to a post on his verified Twitter account.
The famed test pilot’s death was announced in a heartfelt statement by his wife of 17 years, Victoria Yeager.
“It is w/ profound sorrow, I must tell you that my life love General Chuck Yeager passed just before 9pm ET,” she wrote on his account.
“An incredible life well lived, America’s greatest Pilot, & a legacy of strength, adventure, & patriotism will be remembered forever.”
Read more at NY Post.
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We almost met. Hug the sky. Good flights!