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Sep. 23, 1953 - Lucky Mike Lithgow prepares for record speed attempt. Takes off for North Africa.: Last minute preparations are being made today in the blazing sunshine of Tripeli for 33 year old test pilot Mike Lithgow's attempt on the world air speed record in his Supermarine Swift jet fighter. The attempt is to be over a course in the desert, 40 miles south of Castle Idris airfield. Photo shows Mike Lithgow gives a cheerful wave from the cockpit - as he took off from Chilbolton (Hants) airfield for North Africa - and his record attempt
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13166806
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46149877
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(c) Keystone Pictures USA/ZUMAPRESS.com/Mary Evans
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Blazing Chilbolton Cockpit Idris Lithgow Minute Preparations Prepares Supermarine Swift
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