His #U2 had trouble dropping its “pogos,” the outrigger wheels that kept the wings parallel to ground during takeoff.
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Once airborne, Wilburn made low-level pass over the airstrip & shook loose the left side pogo.
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While trying to shake loose the remaining pogo, the
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#U2’s challenging flight characteristics & fragility resulted in the deaths of 4 Agency pilots, including Wilburn Rose.#inmemoriam -
Wilburn, 1 of original 31 stars carved into Memorial Wall, is remembered for his bravery & dedication.
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never forget
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@GillianHTurner All the guys who flew/fly that aircraft are unsung heroesThanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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rip Wilbur s.rose g.b.a
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keepdoinwhatudo
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Thanks for the light didn't know that
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Made in my hometown!
#Burbank RT@CIA: May 15, 1956:#U2 pilot Wilburn S. Rose killed in a training flight crashpic.twitter.com/OGKJYro5lS
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It Was Some Years Ago I Saw The Documentary On This Plane U2
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