Never too old to shine (2)

Wang learns flight theories at the dormitory of the pilot school on July 10. WANG WEI/CCTV

This is not the first time Wang has wowed his fellow Chinese citizens. Born in a rural family in Shenyang, Liaoning province, in 1936, Wang started his career as a bus conductor and then a factory worker. In 1960, he became a stage actor and appeared in bit parts in films such as Brave Journey to Northeast and Miss Granny.