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Clarence Leonard " Kelly " Johnson (February 27, 1910 – December 21, 1990) was an American aeronautical and systems engineer. He is recognized for his contributions to a series of important aircraft designs, most notably the Lockheed U-2 and SR-71 Blackbird.
Learn about the life and achievements of Kelly Johnson, the legendary engineer who designed the P-38, P-80, Constellation, U-2 and SR-71. He was known for his speed, precision, loyalty and KISS philosophy.
Sep 20, 2021 · Clarence Leonard Johnson aka Kelly Johnson was a highly influential and innovative American aeronautical engineer and designer who helped create some of the world’s most iconic aircraft of...
Jan 25, 2018 · Learn about Kelly Johnson, the engineer who created the P-38, Electra, Hudson and other innovative airplanes for Lockheed. Discover how he worked with Hall Hibbard, his boss and mentor, and how he overcame challenges and deadlines with his hands-on approach and temperament.
Kelly Johnson was a highly innovative American aeronautical engineer and designer. Johnson received his B.S. (1932) and M.S. (1933) degrees from the University of Michigan before beginning his career with the Lockheed Corporation in 1933. As head of the “Skunk Works,” Lockheed’s secret development.
Learning history: American Aviation Genius, Kelly Johnson was the Founder of Skunk Works, maker of extraordinary aircraft, such as the SR-71 Blackbird, U-2 D...
Sep 7, 2022 · An historical documentary about Kelly Johnson and Skunk Works, a division of Lockheed and the makers of many American iconic aircraft, such as the SR-71 Blackbird, U-2 Dragonlady, F-104...
