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October 14, 2011

ANN Daily Aero-Briefing: 10.14.11

A turboprop makes a forced landing on the Florida Turnpike.
American Airlines pilots are stampeding for the exits.
And attorneys use media to help catch ambulances.

Will Whitesite Claims World Speed Record

Flew Yak 3U To An Unofficial Top Speed Of 416 MPH

A new unofficial world speed record was set Tuesday by Windsor, Ontario, Canada racing pilot Will Whiteside in a Yak 3U. The flight took place at the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah. Whiteside flew his modified Yak to an unofficial speed of 416 MPH.

Ceremony To Be Held October 27

The EAA will recognize the contributions made to the world of flight by five aviators on Thursday, Oct. 27, as it inducts them into the EAA Hall of Fame during a banquet at the EAA Aviation Center in Oshkosh, WI.