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Curtiss

American  
[kur-tis] / ˈkɜr tɪs /

noun

  1. Glenn Hammond, 1878–1930, U.S. inventor: pioneer in the field of aviation.


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American aviation pioneer Glenn Curtiss debuted the first flying car prototype in 1917.

From Barron's

Less than two years old, the Curtiss was described as an aircraft carrier for seaplanes, essential to the front line if war broke out in the Pacific.

From Los Angeles Times

Ms Curtiss helped to start a petition in 2021 and called on local health boards to "update their antiquated policies".

From BBC

Then federal regulators charged the company handling Curtiss’ investments with fraud.

From Seattle Times

Hayden Curtiss scored 14 points while finishing 7 of 8 from the floor, and added 10 rebounds and four blocks.

From Seattle Times