Harold Frederick Pitcairn
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Harold Frederick Pitcairn

American aviation inventor (1897–1960)

Harold Frederick Pitcairn (June 20, 1897 – April 23, 1960) was an American aviation inventor and pioneer. He played a key role in the development of the autogyro and founded the Autogiro Company of America.2

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Born Jun 20, 1897, died Apr 23, 1960.1

About

He patented a number of innovations relating to rotary wing aircraft.

From Wikipedia’s article on Harold Frederick Pitcairn, shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.2

Companies

Career

Occupation: aircraft pilot, inventor.4

Personal life

  • BornJun 20, 1897, Bryn Athyn5
  • DiedApr 23, 1960, Bryn Athyn6
  • CitizenshipUnited States7

Awards

  • 1995National Aviation Hall of Fame8
  • 1931John Scott Award8 9