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Photos: Franklin’s Flying Circus Through the Years

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Key Takeaways:

  • Kyle Franklin is a third-generation airshow performer, continuing the legacy of "Franklin's Family Circus" started by his grandfather Zip and father Jimmy.
  • He began flying at age 8 and became the youngest professional wing walker at 17, performing on the family's Waco UPF-7, the *Mystery Ship*.
  • Today, Kyle maintains the family's aviation tradition by performing in airshows with his highly customized biplane, *Dracula*.
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Air show performer Kyle Franklin is an extraordinary aviator in his own right, but his flying roots span three generations.

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