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The pilot came back and said he had just heard that Kennedy was shot.

George Smathers

George Smathers

George Smathers

American Politician

Born: Nov 14, 1913

Died: Jan 20, 2007

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I love flying; I love aircraft, and you could say I've had a love affair with flight since I was a child. I travel a huge amount. I use airports, and as a pilot, I've flown in and out of airports thousands of times, so really, I have a fairly broad perspective. Norman Foster

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I am not only overwhelmed with excitement to be back in the seat but also to show my support to help raise awareness to end domestic violence and sexual assault by displaying the 'No More' symbol as I pilot the No. 24 car. Amber Cope

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