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Wiltshire woman, 99, becomes world's oldest wing walker
Overview
Helga Duffy, a 99-year-old resident from Devizes in Wiltshire, has broken the world record to become the world's oldest wing walker. Inspired by seeing 97-year-old Betty Bromage on the news, Helga completed her wing walk at RFC Rendcomb Airfield in Cirencester, Gloucestershire, while raising over £1,300 for the Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance.
Key points
- Helga Duffy became the world's oldest wing walker at 99 years old.
- She completed the stunt at RFC Rendcomb Airfield in Cirencester, Gloucestershire.
- The flight raised more than £1,300 for the Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance.
- She was inspired to take part after seeing previous record-holder Betty Bromage on the news.
- Guinness World Records officials presented her with an official certificate at the airfield.