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Above: GRC operates several T-34C Turbo Mentors to carry small instrument packages and fulfill other research needs. NASA pilot and former Viking driver, Al Micklewright, is at the controls.

Below: In addition to "Bloodhound 702," which is still in flyable condition, NASA also uses a third Viking, formerly of VS-41, as a spare parts donor.

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