Robert Thelen
German aircraft engineer, aviator, and aviation pioneer
About Robert Thelen
Lived 1884 – 1968 (aged 83). Robert Thelen was a German aircraft pilot, military flight engineer and engineer.
Robert Thelen (23 March 1884, Nürnberg – 23 February 1968, Berlin) was a German aviation pioneer and designer.
He was a chief designer of Albatros Flugzeugwerke, responsible among other for Albatros C.I design.
He was the first person to give flying lessons to Melli Beese, the first female German pilot.
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Who was Robert Thelen?
German aircraft engineer, aviator, and aviation pioneer (1884–1968)
When was Robert Thelen born?
Robert Thelen was born on 23 March 1884 in Nuremberg.
When did Robert Thelen die?
Robert Thelen died on 23 February 1968 in Friedrichshagen.
What was Robert Thelen's occupation?
Robert Thelen was an aircraft pilot, military flight engineer and engineer.
What nationality was Robert Thelen?
Robert Thelen was German.
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