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SKY FIGHTERS CLUB on Instagram: "General Dynamics' F-16XL was a study in efficient geometry, a cranked-arrow "big" wing stretched the F-16's planform to gain lift, fuel and payload without redesigning the entire airplane. Two prototypes flew (first flight 3 July 1982), proving a much smoother, high-speed ride and far greater payload-range flexibility than the baseline F-16. Aerodynamically the XL delivered measurable gains, about a 25% improvement in lift-to-drag ratio at supersonic cruise and m

Guinness World Records on Instagram: "Shortest person to wing walk (male) - @johnlferguson  who measures 1.24 m (4 ft 1.12 in) The Canadian YouTube star just became the world’s shortest wing walker to prove that "even if you're different, you can achieve your goals". John, who has achondroplasia dwarfism, braved the UK’s infamous rainy weather when he took to the skies strapped to the top of an aeroplane. With thanks to @aerosuperbatics"