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Charles F. Blair Jr. (July 19, 1909 – September 2, 1978) was an American aviation pioneer who helped work out the routes and navigation techniques necessary for long-distance flights. He served as a reserve officer, early in his career for the United States Navy , reaching the rank of captain , and later for the United States Air ...
- 1932–1960
3. März 2024 · Charles F. Blair, Jr. – Brigadier General, United States Air Force. March 3, 2024 by Michael Robert Patterson. Born July 19, 1909. Died September 2, 1978. Brigadier General U.S. Air force– Author. He wrote “Red Ball In The Sky.” He was a pilot with the first squadron of jets to fly over the North Pole. He was married to Maureen O'Hara.
19. Juli 2016 · Jul 19, 2016. By MaryCate Most, Digital Experiences Intern. Home / Charles Blair: Civilian Adventurer Turned Cold War Navigator. Today we celebrate the birthday of Charles F. Blair, an aviator made famous by his solo flight over the North Pole, whose real accomplishment is often overlooked.
Charles F. Blair, Jr. Engagements: • World War II (1941 - 1945) Biography: Charles F. Blair, Jr. Brigadier General, U.S. Air Force. Charles F. Blair, Jr. was born on 19 July 1909 in Buffalo, NY. Blair learned to fly in San Diego, CA, and made his solo flight at the age of 19.
16. Juli 2023 · Charles F. Blair, Jr. – Brigadier General, United States Air Force. Born on July 19, 1909, and passed away. He is buried in Arlington National Cemetery, specifically in Section 2, Grave 4966. He was married to Maureen O’Hara. He was a pilot with the initial squadron of jets to fly over the North Pole.
Charles F. Blair Jr. (July 19, 1909 – September 2, 1978) was a United States Air Force Brigadier General, United States Navy aviator Captain, a test pilot, an airline pilot, and airline owner. Blair was born in Buffalo, New York. He learned to fly in San Diego and made his first solo flight at the age of 19.
To view items in this collection, use the Online Finding Aid. Charles F. Blair, Jr. (1909-1978) graduated with a mechanical engineering degree from the University of Vermont in 1931. After flight training with the Navy and completing a tour of duty as a naval aviator, Blair went on to be a pilot for United Airlines, American Airlines, and for ...
