John Roncz
John Roncz | |
|---|---|
| Born | 25 May 1948 |
| Died | 27 September 2023 (aged 75) Lakeville, Indiana |
| Occupation(s) | Aeronautical engineer, aerodynamicist |
| Known for | Airfoil design |
| Notable work | Rutan Voyager, GlobalFlyer |
| Parents |
|
| Relatives | Sisters: Diane, Janet, Maribeth |
John Gregory Roncz (25 May 1948 – 27 September 2023) was an American aerodynamicist involved in the development of over 50 different aircraft, ranging from ultralights, round-the world record breakers and military transports, to yachts and a racing car. He was described by Burt Rutan, the prolific aircraft creator, as "the genius of airfoil design".
His most famous projects are the Rutan Voyager and the Virgin Atlantic GlobalFlyer, which both flew around the world, non-stop and unrefuelled, and are now displayed at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum's buildings in Washington, D.C. and Chantilly, Virginia.