Albert Scott Crossfield, American pilot and engineer (died 2006)

Albert Scott Crossfield was an American naval officer and test pilot. In 1953, he became the first pilot to fly at twice the speed of sound. Crossfield was the first of twelve pilots who flew the North American X-15, an experimental spaceplane jointly operated by the United States Air Force and NASA.

October 2 is the 275th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 90 days remain until the end of the year.