Michel Gordillo
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Michel Gordillo is a world record aviator, and the first person to circumpolar navigate the world in an experimental aircraft with a mass of less than 1750 kilograms. He was commander of Iberia Airlines piloting Airbus A319, A320, and A321. In total he has more than 15,000 hours of flight. Gordillo is also a glider pilot, holding the title C silver, and is a member of the Spanish national glider team. He is fluent in Spanish, French and English.
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Quick Facts Miguel Gordillo, Born ...
Miguel Gordillo | |
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Born | (1955-05-02) 2 May 1955 (age 69) |
Nationality | Spanish and French citizen |
Education | Bachillerato Air Force Career |
Known for | First circumpolar flight in an experimental aircraft less than 1750 kg |
Spouse | divorced |
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Aviation career | |
Full name | Miguel Angel Gordillo Urquia |
Famous flights | Circumnavigational flights
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Flight license | 1973 Madrid Cuatro Vientos |
Air force | Spanish Air Force 1975-1988 |
Rank | Captain |
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