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Queensland pilot sets glider distance record

A Queensland pilot has made aviation history in Central Australia, flying more than 1,200 kilometres without an engine in a record-breaking glider flight launched from Alice Springs.

A Queensland pilot has made aviation history in Central Australia, completing a record-breaking 10-hour glider flight covering more than 1,200 kilometres without an engine. The remarkable journey launched from Alice Springs showcases the capabilities of modern glider technology and pilot endurance.