John H. Ransom, Jr. (USA)
Status
ratified - current record
Zone
World
Class
C (Powered Aeroplanes)
Sub-Class
C-1r (Landplanes: take off weight 200 000 to 250 000 kg)
Group
3: turbo-jet
Type of record
Speed over a recognised course
Performance
887,34 km/h
Date
16 Nov 2001
Course / Location
Singapore - Louisville, KY (USA)
Claimant
John H. Ransom, Jr. (USA)
Crew
Michael L. CARLSON, Glenn J. JOHNMEYER, Thomas A. TONGE
Type of engine
CF6-80C2
Aircraft
MD-11F
Aircraft manufacturer
McDonnell Douglas
Aircraft engine manufacturer
G E
