Harold Frederick Pitcairn
Harold Frederick Pitcairn | |
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Pitcairn in 1930 with the Collier Trophy at the White House | |
| Born | June 20, 1897 |
| Died | April 23, 1960 (aged 62) |
| Occupation | Aviation designer |
| Spouse | Clara Davis |
| Children | Joel, John, Charis, Stephen, Robert, Judith, Bruce, Edward |
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| Official name | Harold F. Pitcairn |
| Type | Roadside |
| Designated | April 29, 1972 |
| Location | Buck & Tomlinson Rds., Bryn Athyn |
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. He patented a number of innovations relating to rotary wing aircraft.