David Thurston
David Thurston (20 September 1918 – 10 December 2013) was an American aircraft designer noted for his work on small amphibious aircraft, including the Colonial Skimmer, Lake Buccaneer, Thurston Teal and AeroMarine Seafire. He also wrote three books about light airplane design: Design for Flying, Design for Safety, and Homebuilt Aircraft.
David Byron Thurston | |
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| Born | 20 September 1918 Mineola, New York |
| Died | 10 December 2013 (aged 95) South Portland, Maine |
| Alma mater | Georgia Institute of Technology |
| Known for | Amphibious aircraft design |
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