American test pilot and astronaut (1921-1966) who was killed when his F-104 Starfighter chase plane collided with an XB-70 Valkyrie; Walker had been flying in a tight group formation for a publicity photo, and was knocked out of control by the supersonic bomber's wake. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Walker in his flight suit, signed in blue ink. A few small surface creases and spots to image, with creasing to borders and binder dings to right edge (most of which could be matted out), otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Scott Cornish and RRAuction COA.
This item is Pre-Certified by STEVE ZARELLI
Buy a third-party letter of authenticity for
$35.00
*This item has been pre-certified by a trusted third-party authentication service, and by placing a bid on this item, you agree to accept the opinion of this authentication service. If you wish to have an opinion rendered by a different authenticator of your choosing, you must do so prior to your placing of any bid. RR Auction is not responsible for differing opinions submitted 30 days after the date of the sale.
