(Albin) A. K. Longren
(1882 - 1950)
- In 1911 made the first successful flight of a Kansas built airplane, Topeka I
- Popular barnstormer across Midwest
- Known as the “Birdman”
- Hoped to create an airplane that would replace the automobile
- Worked as a consultant for other aircraft manufacturers
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