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Alan Tracy is a fictional character in Gerry Anderson's television series Thunderbirds, produced in the Supermarionation style and originally broadcast in 1965 and 1966. He is the youngest Tracy brother and serves as the pilot of Thunderbird 3, the rocket used for International Rescue's space missions. The character is intended for viewers of the series and its associated puppet-based science fiction setting.
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Who is Alan Tracy in Thunderbirds?
Alan Tracy is the youngest of Jeff Tracy’s five sons in Gerry Anderson’s Thunderbirds. He pilots Thunderbird 3, the rocket used for space rescue and International Rescue missions.
What is Thunderbird 3 used for?
Thunderbird 3 is International Rescue’s space vehicle, used for missions beyond Earth and for reaching people in orbit. Alan often operates it with support from the Tracy family and the organization’s space station.
Is Alan Tracy the same character as Virgil Tracy?
No, Alan and Virgil are separate Tracy brothers with different vehicles and duties. Virgil pilots the heavy-lift Thunderbird 2, while Alan pilots the space rocket Thunderbird 3.
Does Alan Tracy appear in Thunderbirds Are Go?
Yes, Alan is part of the Tracy family in Thunderbirds Are Go, the modern series that began in 2015. The show keeps his association with Thunderbird 3 while updating the series with computer animation and new mission stories.
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