Biography
Chuck Yeager was the first pilot to break the sound barrier.
Early Start
Yeager enlisted in the Army Air Corps at 18 and became an ace in WWII.
Challenges Overcome
Yeager broke the sound barrier with two broken ribs from a horse riding accident.
Key Achievements
- First to break sound barrier
- WWII ace
- Test pilot legend
- Presidential Medal of Freedom
Why They Inspire Us
Yeager shows that courage pushes boundaries.
"You don't concentrate on risks. You concentrate on results."