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Glenn Luther Martin



Glenn Luther Martin

Glenn Luther Martin
GLENN LUTHER MARTIN
Pioneer Aero Designer and Industrialist
Born Macksburg, Iowa, 17 Jan. 1886. Without benefit of technical education or flight instruction, built and flew his first aircraft in 1909. Within two years became a skilled airman establishing records for altitude, speed and endurance. Did much to popularize and promote early aviation. Founded the world famed Martin aviation companies in 1911 and was a leading visionary of the industry for over 40 years. The fertile mind of this self taught aero engineer authored a limitless flow of outstanding land and sea planes which were to equip the civil and military air fleets of the world. Died 1955.
Elected to the International Aerospace Hall of Fame 1977