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Frederick Rentschler

American aerospace engineer

Died when: 68 years 169 days (821 months)
Star Sign: Scorpio

 

Frederick Rentschler

Frederick Brant Rentschler (November 8, 1887 – April 25, 1956) was an American aircraft engine designer, aviation engineer, industrialist, and the founder of Pratt & Whitney Aircraft.

Rentschler created and manufactured many revolutionary aircraft engines, including those used in the aircraft of Charles Lindbergh, Amelia Earhart and James Doolittle.

He is also a co-founder of United Aircraft and Transport Corporation, the predecessor of United Technologies Corporation.


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