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Robert Kronfeld

Austrian gliding champion (1904-1948) · United Kingdom · On the map · Scientists · Died at 43

Squadron Leader Robert Kronfeld, AFC was an Austrian-born gliding champion and sailplane designer of the 1920s and 30s. He became a British subject and an RAF test pilot. He was killed testing a glider in 1948.

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Hindenburg Cup1930
Air Force Cross

About this person

Country
United Kingdom
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1904 to 1948 · aged 43