Darryl Greenamyer, best known for setting a world’s speed record in his Grumman Bearcat has passed away at the age of 82.
After graduation from university with an engineering degree, he flew fighters with the Air National Guard and later joined Lockheed as a test pilot for the SR-71 program.
In 1969, his modified Bearcat set a new piston powered speed record, eclipsing a 30 year record set by the Me-209.
He also raced unlimited at Reno and was the winner in his class several times. Later he rebuilt a salvaged F-104 for more record attempts.
https://airandspace.si.edu/stories/editorial/remembering-darryl-greenamyer-air-racing-champion
By: Kurfurst - 3rd November 2018 at 05:09
His attempted recovery of the B-29 stranded on the polar ice was truly epic
By: 1batfastard - 1st November 2018 at 19:36
Hi All,
An inspiration to future aviators if ever needed with his long list of achievements in the world of Aviation.
RIP Mr Greenamyer.
Geoff.
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November 1, 2018 at 7:21 pm