Dick Rutan passed away

[Squawk7700]

In case you missed it, Dick Rutan passed away at age 85.

https://www.avweb.com/aviation-news/...tan-dies-at-85

i saw him speak at Oshkosh some years ago, a super smart man indeed.

[Dick Smith]

In May 1997 Dick flew into Bowylie and stayed the night.

He was on one of his around the world flights.
Good bloke. Sadly missed.

[Advance]

With a Record that can not be Broken

Voyager N269VA

[421dog]

The fact that voyager hangs in the air and space museum with all of its bug splotches and a rubbed-off wingtip is a beautiful testament to their achievement👍

[Hoosten]

I saw him speak at Oshkosh some years ago, a super smart man indeed.

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Probably saw the same talk, his 'Mistys' and F100 flying was fascinating to listen to. Legend.