Lancair IV pilot Bill Harrelson launched on his attempt to beat Max Conrad’s epic westbound round-the-world record with a flight that restarted in Ontario, California, after mechanical difficulties forced his diversion from his first planned segments. Harrelson has landed safely back in Ontario, where the calculations will now take place to determine if he has succeeded, according to the official observers.
Lancair IV Pilot Completes Westbound Circumnavigation
Key Takeaways:
- Pilot Bill Harrelson completed a westbound round-the-world flight in his Lancair IV, attempting to break a 1961 record.
- His journey faced initial mechanical and radio issues, causing multiple restarts from Ontario, California.
- Despite challenges like long legs and headwinds, he landed back in Ontario, unofficially completing the flight 19 hours and 28 minutes faster than the existing record.
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