Location: Prescott Public Library, Founder’s Suite
Speakers: Pat Bledsoe as told to Adam England
Comments:
Adam England will present his interview with Pat Bledsoe, distinguished member of our club. Pat was one of the elite pilots who flew the SR-71 strategic reconnaissance aircraft at Mach 3+ at the edge of space to gather intelligence about our adversaries.
Bio:
Adam England is a PAC member, runs the Backyard Astronomer YouTube channel, is the owner of local business Manzanita Insurance, and sits on the board of Prescott Valley Performing Arts
Pat Bledsoe is a PAC member and flew the SR-71. A highlight of his career was his participation in an attempt to set the official altitude and speed records with the craft.