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Derek Piggott

British glider pilot

Died when: 96 years 10 days (1152 months)
Star Sign: Capricorn

 

Derek Piggott

Alan Derek Piggott MBE (27 December 1922 – 6 January 2019) was one of Britain's best known glider pilots and instructors.He had over 5,000 hours on over 153 types of powered aircraft and over 5,000 hours on over 184 types of glider.

He was honoured for his work on the instruction and safety of glider pilots.In 1961 he became the first person to make an officially authenticated take-off and flight in a man-powered aircraft.

He also worked as a stunt pilot in several feature films.

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