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Source: Radschool Association Magazine
Lawrence Wackett Lawrence Wackett i(A111034 works by) (a.k.a. Sir Lawrence James Wackett)
Born: Established: 2 Jan 1896 Townsville City, Townsville city / Pallarenda area, Townsville, Townsville area, Marlborough - Mackay - Townsville area, Queensland, ; Died: Ceased: 18 Mar 1982
Gender: Male
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Widely regarded as 'father of the Australian aircraft industry,' Lawrence Wackett was involved in most aspects of early Australian aviation, including those of pilot, airframe and engine designer, entrepreneur and manager. He was knighted for his services to the industry and also won the Oswald Watt Gold Medal. A keen angler he also wrote two books on the subject.

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  • The Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology established the Sir Lawrence Wackett Centre for Aerospace Design Technology in 1991.

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