Birthdate: January 24, 1888
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Grunbach, Germany
Died: January 30, 1958
Ernst Heinkel was a notable German aircraft designer and manufacturer, recognized for his achievements during World War II. As the founder of Heinkel Flugzeugwerke, he was instrumental in the development of groundbreaking aircraft like the He 178, the world’s first turbojet-powered aircraft, and the He 176, the first rocket aircraft. His role as a Wehrwirtschaftsführer under the Nazi regime also contributed to his influence in the aviation sector. Despite his controversial associations, his contributions to aviation history are noteworthy.
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