About Isaac M. Laddon
Lived 1894 – 1976 (aged 81). Isaac M. Laddon was an American military flight engineer and engineer.
Isaac Machlin Laddon (25 December 1894 – 14 January 1976) was an American aeronautical engineer and designer. His B-24 Liberator had both the largest production run of any World War II bomber, and is still listed as the most-produced multi-engined aircraft of any type in history. He was also responsible for designing the streamlined Convair airliners used by commercial airlines throughout the world.
He died in San Diego.
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Who was Isaac M. Laddon?
American aircraft designer
When was Isaac M. Laddon born?
Isaac M. Laddon was born on 25 December 1894 in Garfield.
When did Isaac M. Laddon die?
Isaac M. Laddon died on 14 January 1976 in San Diego.
What was Isaac M. Laddon's occupation?
Isaac M. Laddon was a military flight engineer and engineer.
What nationality was Isaac M. Laddon?
Isaac M. Laddon was American.
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