Harold Gatty
Pilot and navigator of pioneering flights
Born
Died
1957
69 years ago — 54 years old
Category
Explorers & Adventurers
Country
Australia
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Contributed significantly to navigation in aviation. Completed the first successful nonstop flight from the U.S. to Australia in 1931, demonstrating advanced navigational techniques. Published 'A Flight Manual' which became a key reference for aviators. Explored and mapped air routes during a time of rapid advancement in flight technology.
Completed the first nonstop flight from the U.S. to Australia in 1931
Published 'A Flight Manual' for aviators
Developed innovative navigational methods
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