97-Year-Old Betty Bromage Sets New Wing Walking Guinness World Record
British great-grandmother Betty Bromage, aged 97 years and 123 days, has broken her own Guinness World Record for the oldest female wing walker. Her sixth daring flight, verified on August 4, 2026, over Cirencester, UK, was undertaken to raise funds for the stroke unit at Cheltenham General Hospital, where she received treatment last year.
Age is truly just a number for the indomitable Betty Bromage, who at 97 years old, has soared into the record books once more, shattering her own Guinness World Record for the Oldest Female Wing Walker. The daring great-grandmother, a resident of Cheltenham, completed her sixth aerial stunt on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at RFC Rendcomb Airfield in Cirencester, Gloucestershire. Cyclists Face Disqualification at Tour de France Femmes Amid 'Bra Doping' Aero-Cheating Claims.
Betty Bromage Creates History
A 97-yr-old grandma has broken the Guinness World Record for being the oldest woman to wing walk.😬
Betty Bromage, from Cheltenham, has done six walks over the last decade & broke her own record after suffering from a stroke in August last year, which didn’t deter her.
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— Mr Pål Christiansen (@TheNorskaPaul) August 5, 2026
97-Year-Old Rewrites World Record
🏆✈️ Una mujer de 97 años rompió su propio Récord Guinness.
Betty Bromage volvió a practicar wingwalking para recaudar fondos para el hospital que la atendió cuando se enfermó.
Con esto rompió su propio Récord Guinness y se consolidó como la mujer de mayor edad en el mundo en… pic.twitter.com/tzrHYHAPDv
— El Dominio de Prismo (@DominiodePrismo) August 5, 2026
Betty, born on March 12, 1929, was 97 years and 123 days old when her latest feat was verified, showcasing an unwavering spirit that continues to inspire. This remarkable achievement comes barely a year after she suffered a stroke in 2025, which affected her speech but evidently not her resolve to embrace life's grandest adventures.
A Record-Breaking Ascent
The audacious wing walk saw Bromage strapped securely to the top of a biplane, enduring speeds of up to 150 mph at an altitude of 3,000 feet, even incorporating a barrel roll and a loop into her flight. This isn't her first flirtation with the skies; Betty first took to wing walking at the age of 87 and had previously claimed this Guinness World Record title four years ago in 2022, then aged 93.
Her motivation extends beyond personal thrill-seeking. This latest wing walk was dedicated to raising crucial funds for the stroke unit at Cheltenham General Hospital, the very facility that provided her with care during her recovery.
Defying Expectations
Bromage's resilience and adventurous spirit are evident in her own words. "I'd just get bored of life otherwise," she told the BBC, explaining her continuous pursuit of challenges. She candidly admits that the most challenging part isn't the aerial acrobatics, but rather the initial climb onto the aircraft due to her height. "Once you're up there, no problem. The fairground is a lot worse," she quipped. Kelsey Plum WNBA Viral Play Video: Phoenix Mercury Star Accidentally Bear-Hugs Atlanta Coach Karl Smesko Mid-Game.
Her journey is a powerful testament to living life without limits, proving that age and past health challenges need not be barriers to achieving extraordinary feats. Donations from her fundraiser will assist Cheltenham and Gloucester Hospitals Charity in acquiring vital equipment for the stroke unit, benefiting both patients and staff for years to come.
Betty Bromage's sixth wing walk firmly establishes her as a beacon of courage and an extraordinary advocate for defying conventional notions of aging. Her story resonates globally, reminding everyone that passion and purpose can keep the spirit soaring, regardless of one's years.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Aug 07, 2026 11:58 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
