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Eric Mensforth

1906 – 2000

British engineer

Military flight engineer
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About Eric Mensforth

Lived 1906 – 2000 (aged 93–94). Eric Mensforth was a British military flight engineer.

Sir Eric Mensforth, CBE, DL, FREng, FIMechE, FRAeS; Hon. FIEE (17 May 1906 – 20 February 2000) was a British engineer. He was one of the pioneers of the British helicopter industry.

He was educated at Altrincham County High School, University College School and King's College, Cambridge.

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Important facts

Born
1906
Birth century
20th century
Died
20 February 2000
Occupation
Military flight engineer
Nationality
United Kingdom
Positions held
Vice-Lord Lieutenant of South Yorkshire, Master Cutler
Employers
Westland Aircraft
Awards
Knight Bachelor; Commander of the Order of the British Empire; Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering; Fellow of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers; Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society; Fellow of the Institution of Electrical Engineers
Also known as
Sir Eric Mensforth

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Eric Mensforth?

British engineer

When was Eric Mensforth born?

Eric Mensforth was born in 1906.

When did Eric Mensforth die?

Eric Mensforth died on 20 February 2000.

What was Eric Mensforth's occupation?

Eric Mensforth was a military flight engineer.

What nationality was Eric Mensforth?

Eric Mensforth was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Eric Mensforth

· Wikidata: Q107022233

· DBpedia: Eric Mensforth

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