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Wingwalking Isn't What It Used To Be, And That's A Good Thing

Back in the 1920s, wingwalking claimed lives. Daredevils would move around on the top of a plane's wings, in mid-flight, often without any harness or any safety line. Maybe they'd be able to clip onto something during takeoff and landing, but maybe not. There are still a few of those true daredevil wingwalkers out there in the world, but in the 21st century... it's usually a bit different. Thanks to the team at Aerosuperbatics Wingwalking: http://www.aerosuperbatics.com/ (this isn't sponsored,

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  • Originally Aired September 24, 2018
  • Runtime 4 minutes
  • Network YouTube
  • Created September 23, 2020 by
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