About
French aviation pioneer known for creating the first successful flying model, known as the Planophore, in 1871. Despite his many innovations, including the use of twisted rubber, he was unable to profit from his work and committed suicide in 1880.
Before Fame
He became Vice President of the Societe Aeronautique de France and created his first successful model helicopter in 1870.
Trivia
He suffered from a hip disease that required the use of crutches to walk.
Family Life
His father was an admiral in the French Navy.
Associated With
He and Germany's Gustave Whitehead are two of aviation's earliest pioneers.
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