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Midget Pylon Racer - so small that pilot William Brubacher said he felt he was wearing it rather than flying it -made its maiden flight yesterday at G(...)
Midget Pylon Racer - so small that pilot William Brubacher said he felt he was wearing it rather than flying it -made its maiden flight yesterday at G(...)

Midget Pylon Racer - so small that pilot William Brubacher said he felt he was wearing it rather than flying it -made its maiden flight yesterday at G(...)

Date9/21/1968
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Original Toronto Star caption: Midget Pylon Racer - so small that pilot William Brubacher said he felt he was wearing it rather than flying it -made its maiden flight yesterday at Guelph, Sleek little plane, which weighs just over 500 pounds, is capable of speeds of 200 miles and hour. Pilot Brubacher and two other men built the glossy racer.
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Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0002687F
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