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Thai Queen makes first solo flight in fighter jet

Thai Queen makes first solo flight in fighter jet

Summary

Thailand’s Queen Suthida flew a fighter jet alone for the first time. She has been a pilot since 2010 and has many hours of flying experience.

Key Facts

  • Queen Suthida made her first solo flight in a fighter jet called the Gripen.
  • The flight took place on 8 October at an airfield in Surat Thani province, southern Thailand.
  • King Maha Vajiralongkorn watched the flight from the ground.
  • The Queen has about 1,188 hours of flying time with different types of aircraft.
  • She started flying in 2010.
  • Queen Suthida has co-piloted planes carrying the King during official trips abroad.
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