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First non-stop, unrefuelled flight around the world

The current first non-stop, unrefuelled flight around the world record is 9 d 00:03:44, held by Dick Rutan and Jeana Yeager (Rutan Voyager), set on December 23, 1986. Last checked October 14, 2026.

9 d 00:03:44

Dick Rutan and Jeana Yeager (Rutan Voyager)

Edwards Air Force Base, California, USA, 1986

Holder
Dick Rutan and Jeana Yeager (Rutan Voyager)
Record
9 d 00:03:44
Location
Edwards Air Force Base, California, USA
Date set
December 23, 1986
Recognized by
Fédération Aéronautique Internationale
Last checked
October 14, 2026

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