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May 25, 1889
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October 26, 1972
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Igor Sikorsky (born May 25, 1889) was a notable engineer, aircraft pilot, and businessperson from Kyiv. He received his education at Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute. Sikorsky was a citizen of the United States and passed away on October 26, 1972 in Easton, Connecticut.
Sikorsky founded Sikorsky Aircraft, a company that specialized in the development and production of aircraft, particularly helicopters. His contributions to the field of aviation and engineering earned him the recognition as a 1987 National Inventors Hall of Fame inductee.
As an engineer, pilot, and businessperson, Sikorsky demonstrated a lifelong commitment to advancing aviation technology and played a vital role in shaping the industry.
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