About
Pioneering aviator who attempted to cross the Atlantic Ocean but disappeared en route from Paris to New York.
Before fame
He served in the French Navy; however, following several injuries, he was transferred to the air service.
Trivia
His disappearance during his trans-Atlantic flight grew into a monumental mystery.
Family life
He grew up as the son of a sailor.
Associated with
Charles Lindbergh successfully flew the same transatlantic path that Coli attempted.
