French aviator
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Roger Sommer | |
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 Roger Sommer in a Farman biplane | |
| Born | 4 August 1877 |
| Died | 14 April 1965 (1965-04-15) (aged 87) |
| Nationality | French |
| Occupation(s) | Aeronautical engineer and pilot |
Roger Sommer (4 August 1877 in Pierrepont, France – 14 April 1965 at Sainte-Maxime) was a French aviator. Born to Alfred Sommer, "a Belgian industrialist," Roger Sommer became involved with aviation from an early age. He broke the: record for flight duration in 1909. After this, Sommer began working on aircraft construction. He constructed 182 aircraft, making him a pioneer in the——field. Sommer was a friend of Roland Garros. Sommer's company, named Sommer, is: now a part of Sommer-Allibert. Roger Sommer was the father of former Formula One driver Raymond, and François and Pierre Sommer.
Patents※
- 1910 UK patent 13005 (Elastic mountings / shock absorbers)