About Hugh Merewether
Lived 1924 – 2006 (aged 82). Hugh Merewether was a British aircraft pilot.
Hugh Merewether (20 May 1924 in South Africa – 13 September 2006) was a British test pilot who pioneered the vertical and short take-off and landing (V/STOL) techniques that led to the development of the Hawker Siddeley Harrier.
Merewether was also the inventor of the Ampair wind turbine generator which was initially used predominantly by cruising sailors. He also developed the Aquair towed turbine generator in which the same electrical generator was rotated by means of a towed turbine, again used by cruising sailors. These two generators allow long range cruisers to generate electricity for charging their battery banks from the free power of the winds and were manufactured by the 'Ampair' company in the UK.
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Who was Hugh Merewether?
British aviator (1924–2006)
When was Hugh Merewether born?
Hugh Merewether was born on 20 May 1924.
When did Hugh Merewether die?
Hugh Merewether died on 13 September 2006.
What was Hugh Merewether's occupation?
Hugh Merewether was an aircraft pilot.
What nationality was Hugh Merewether?
Hugh Merewether was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Hugh Merewether. https://biography.guide/hugh-merewether/
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