USA Today: Man proves he can still fly a plane after 100 years
Aug 16, 2016, 3:55 am
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USA Today: Man proves he can still fly a plane after 100 years
SHELBY, MICH. - Percy Skinner decided he wanted to celebrate a milestone birthday in a unique way.
“I turned 100 years old on June 17,” said Skinner. “Now I’m looking forward to 200.”
Percy arrived at the airport along with several family and friends. They all were eagerly anticipating watching the man celebrate his milestone birthday with a milestone moment.
With a gallery of close to 25 supporters and loved one looking on, 100 year old Percy Skinner got clearance for takeoff, zipped down the runway, lifted the nose of the plane up, and returned to the air.
“I turned 100 years old on June 17,” said Skinner. “Now I’m looking forward to 200.”
Percy arrived at the airport along with several family and friends. They all were eagerly anticipating watching the man celebrate his milestone birthday with a milestone moment.
With a gallery of close to 25 supporters and loved one looking on, 100 year old Percy Skinner got clearance for takeoff, zipped down the runway, lifted the nose of the plane up, and returned to the air.
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