Voyager Completes First Non-Stop Global Flight in 1986

Breaking Barriers ✈️ On Dec 23, 1986, Voyager completed the first non-stop flight around the world without refueling!

A Feat of Engineering 🛠️ Designed by Burt Rutan, Voyager’s lightweight build made this aviation milestone possible.

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Pilots’ Perseverance 💪 Dick Rutan and Jeana Yeager achieved this historic journey, flying 26,366 miles in 9 days.

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Inspiring Innovation 💡 Voyager’s success revolutionized aviation, proving the potential of efficient and sustainable flight.

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Discover the Journey 🗺️ Dive into the incredible story of Voyager’s record-breaking flight!

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