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John Northrop, US aviation pioneer
John Northrop (1895-1981), American aircraft industrialist and pioneer. Northrops career began in 1916 as a mechanical draftsman-engineer for the Loughead Aircraft Company. He joined the Douglas Aircraft Company in 1923, where he helped design the first planes to fly around the world. He moved back to the Lockhead (Loughead) Aircraft Company to be chief engineer. There he designed the Vega series of planes, which were used in many record- breaking flights. In 1928, Northrop founded Avion Corporation (later to become Northrop Aircraft Corporation), which designed and built the first all-metal body planes
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This print showcases John Northrop, an influential American aviation pioneer whose remarkable career spanned several decades. Born in 1895 and passing away in 1981, Northrop left an indelible mark on the aircraft industry. His journey began as a mechanical draftsman-engineer for the Loughead Aircraft Company in 1916 before joining the Douglas Aircraft Company in 1923. It was during his time at Douglas that he played a pivotal role in designing the first planes to successfully circumnavigate the world. Later, Northrop returned to what is now known as Lockheed Martin Corporation (formerly Lockhead) as their chief engineer. Here, he made history by conceptualizing and designing the groundbreaking Vega series of planes, which achieved numerous record-breaking flights. In 1928, driven by his passion for innovation and progress, Northrop founded Avion Corporation (later renamed Northrop Aircraft Corporation). This visionary company became renowned for its pioneering work on all-metal body planes. The photograph captures a single moment frozen in time—a testament to John Northrop's brilliance and dedication to advancing aviation technology. As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded of his significant contributions that continue to shape modern flight today. Science Photo Library proudly presents this print as a tribute to one of America's most celebrated engineers and industrialists who forever changed the course of aviation history with his ingenuity and unwavering pursuit of excellence.
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