Henri Coanda

Pilot

Birthday June 7, 1886

Birth Sign Gemini

Birthplace Romania

DEATH DATE Nov 25, 1972 (86)

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About

Pilot and aeronautical engineer who carried out flight experiments that influenced the development of modern aviation.

Before fame

He grew up in a family of scientists and mathematicians.

Trivia

His name was given to Romania's busiest airport.

Family life

He was one of four children born to Constantin M. Coanda, a mathematics professor.

Associated with

He and Traian Vuia were fellow Romanian aviation pioneers.