The story
Founded by Harold Frederick Pitcairn in 1927.1
Private company
Pitcairn Aircraft Company
American Aircraft Manufacturer
The Pitcairn Aircraft Company was an American aircraft manufacturer of light utility aircraft. An early proponent of the autogyro, the company, later known as the Autogiro Company of America among other names, remained in business until 1948.2 It was founded by Harold Frederick Pitcairn.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0
Last updated Oct 21, 2026.
Overview
1927Founded1
- HeadquartersWillow Grove1
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The Pitcairn Aircraft Company was an American aircraft manufacturer of light utility aircraft. An early proponent of the autogyro, the company, later known as the Autogiro Company of America among other names, remained in business until 1948.2
Leadership
Who has led Pitcairn Aircraft Company, and when. Pick a name to see everywhere that person has worked.
- FounderHarold Frederick Pitcairn1
Products and brands
- helicopter
Listed on Wikidata.1
Timeline
Links
- WikipediaPitcairn Aircraft Company
- More imagesWikimedia Commons
- WikidataQ7198638
Sources
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- 3Wikimedia CommonsPitcairn Aircraft Company photo by unknown, CC-BY-SA-2.5