Frederick Rentschler
Frederick Brant Rentschler (November 8, 1887 – April 25, 1956) was an American aircraft engine designer, aviation engineer, industrialist, and the founder of Pratt & Whitney Aircraft. Rentschler created and manufactured many revolutionary aircraft engines, including those used in the aircraft of Charles Lindbergh, Amelia Earhart and James Doolittle. He is also a co-founder of United Aircraft and Transport Corporation, the predecessor of United Technologies Corporation.
Frederick Rentschler | |
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Rentschler in 1929 | |
| Born | November 8, 1887 Hamilton, Ohio, U.S. |
| Died | April 25, 1956 (aged 68) Boca Raton, Florida, U.S. |
| Resting place | West Hartford, Connecticut, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Engineer, entrepreneur, executive |
| Known for | Aircraft engineer, executive of Wright Aeronautical, Pratt & Whitney, United Aircraft and Transport Corporation, and United Aircraft |
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