Alvin M. Johnston
Alvin Melvin "Tex" Johnston (August 18, 1914 – October 29, 1998) was an American test pilot for Bell Aircraft and the Boeing Company.
Alvin Melvin "Tex" Johnston | |
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Gen. LeMay (left seat) and Johnston (right seat) | |
| Born | August 18, 1914 Admire, Kansas, U.S. |
| Died | October 29, 1998 (aged 84) Mount Vernon, Washington |
| Known for | Boeing 367-80 barrel roll |
| Spouse | Delores Honea |
| Awards | 1946 Thompson Trophy 1993 National Aviation Hall of Fame |
| Aviation career | |
| First flight | 1925 |
| Famous flights | Boeing 367-80 and B-52 test flights |
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