About Wilhelm Neuenhofen
Lived 1897 – 1936 (aged 38). Wilhelm Neuenhofen was a German aircraft pilot and military officer.
Wilhelm "Willy" Neuenhofen (24 April 1897 – 24 January 1936) was a German pilot. His career as a pilot began with the German military in the First World War, where he became a Flying Ace, obtaining 15 air victories.
On 26 May 1929 Neuenhofen set a world altitude record of 12,739 m (41,795 ft) flying a Junkers W 34 be/b3e
He was killed in 1936 whilst on a test flight in a Junkers Ju 87.
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Who was Wilhelm Neuenhofen?
German aviator (1897-1936)
When was Wilhelm Neuenhofen born?
Wilhelm Neuenhofen was born on 24 April 1897 in Mönchengladbach.
When did Wilhelm Neuenhofen die?
Wilhelm Neuenhofen died on 24 January 1936 in Kleutsch.
What was Wilhelm Neuenhofen's occupation?
Wilhelm Neuenhofen was an aircraft pilot and military officer.
What nationality was Wilhelm Neuenhofen?
Wilhelm Neuenhofen was German.
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