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X15 Reaches Altitude Goal at Air Force Base California
At Edwards Air Force Base California Maj Robert M White piloted the X15 rocket plane to over 47 miles into space surpassing its 230 000 foot design. White reached 250 000 feet and about 3662 mph marking a milestone toward higher flights and testing heat and control for future space travel.
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