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How did Whittle overcome his initial RAF rejection?

  • Improved his education

  • Gained citizenship

  • Changed his name

  • Overcame physical limitations

Answer

Whittle succeeded despite his initial RAF rejection by diligently working to improve his physical fitness and compensating for the discovered medical deficiencies that initially disqualified him. Through sheer determination and relentless effort, he eventually met the RAF's stringent physical requirements, enabling him to pursue his dreams and make significant contributions to the field of aviation.
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