Picture shows GlobalFlyer pilot Steve Fossett posing in cockpit during flight testing.
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February 1, 2005 - Early February 2005 U.S. explorer Steve Fossett will attempt to be the first person to fly solo and non-stop around the world without refuelling in the Virgin Atlantic GlobalFlyer. Picture shows GlobalFlyer pilot Steve Fossett posing in cockpit during flight testing.
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