Benno Fiala Ritter von Fernbrugg
Hauptmann (Captain) Benno Fiala Ritter von Fernbrugg (16 June 1890 – 29 October 1964) was an Austro-Hungarian fighter ace with 28 victories to his credit during World War I. He was the third ranking ace of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. His honours and decorations included the Order of the Iron Crown, Order of Leopold, Military Merit Cross, Military Merit Medal, Gold Medal for Bravery (Austria-Hungary) and the Iron Cross. He was also a technical innovator who pioneered the use of machine guns, radios, and cameras in airplanes. His forty-year aviation career also included aircraft manufacture, airport management, and the establishment of commercial airlines.
Benno Fiala von Fernbrugg | |
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| Born | 16 June 1890 Vienna, Austria |
| Died | 29 October 1964 (aged 74) Vienna, Austria |
| Allegiance | Austria-Hungary |
| Service/ | Artillery, aviation |
| Years of service | ca 1914–1918, unknown period during World War II |
| Rank | Hauptmann (Captain) |
| Unit | Fort Artillery Regiment 1, Fliegerkompagnies 1, 19, 41J, 12D, 56J. |
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