Sky Master

Sky Master: The Story of Donald Douglas and the Douglas Aircraft Company is a comprehensive biography of Donald Douglas, the legendary aviation pioneer who founded the Douglas Aircraft Company. Written by Frank Cunningham, a noted aviation historian, the book traces Douglas's life from his childhood in Scotland to his emigration to the United States, his education at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and his early work in the aviation industry.The book covers Douglas's many achievements, including the development of the DC-3, one of the most successful aircraft in history, and the creation of the first commercial jetliner, the DC-8. It also explores Douglas's personal life, including his marriage to his wife, Charlotte, and his relationships with his colleagues and competitors.Throughout the book, Cunningham provides a detailed look at the aviation industry during the early 20th century, as well as the political and economic forces that shaped it. He also highlights the many challenges faced by Douglas and his company, including the Great Depression, World War II, and the rise of foreign competition.Overall, Sky Master is a fascinating and engaging biography that offers a unique perspective on the history of aviation and the life of one of its most important figures. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of aviation, engineering, or entrepreneurship.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.