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March 27, 2005

Pentagon Confirms Identity Of CIA Pilot Shot Down In 1952

Ambushed Over 50 Years Ago

Human remains found in China last summer are those of Robert Snoddy, of Roseburg, OR. The Pentagon confirmed that a CIA sponsored C-47 was shot down there in 1952.

Better Late Than Never

Stephen E. Lawrence received the Distinguished Service Cross Friday in recognition of his heroism during a rescue mission in Vietnam 33 years ago.

Just Released From Orbital Sciences Corporation Friday:

Orbital Sciences Corporation successfully flight-tested the U.S. Navy's GQM-163A "Coyote" Supersonic Sea-Skimming Target (SSST) system for the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) on March 24, 2005.

U-2 Pilots Trust Team With Their Lives

Most pilots have no need for a space suit, but it's essential equipment for a U-2 Pilot. They fly their aircraft more than 60,000 feet high. At that altitude, a loss of cabin pressure could literally cause their blood to boil.