Clarence Johnson

(1910-1990)

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Clarence Leonard "Kelly" Johnson (February 27, 1910 – December 21, 1990) was an American aeronautical and systems engineer. He is recognized for his contributions to a series of important aircraft designs, most notably the Lockheed U-2 and SR-71 Blackbird. Besides the first production aircraft to exceed Mach 3, he also produced the first fighter capable of Mach 2, the United States' first operational jet fighter, as well as the first fighter to exceed 400 mph, and many other contributions to various aircraft.

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Born	Clarence Leonard `Kelly` Johnson 27 February 1910 Ishpeming, Michigan, USA
Died	21 December 1990 (aged 80) Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Zodiac	Pisces
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