Slonnie Sloniger
American aviation pioneer (1896–1969) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Eyer L. "Slonnie" Sloniger was the first chief pilot and holder of pilot seniority #1 at American Airlines. He later became chief pilot and director of flight operations at Matson Airlines.
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Eyer L. Sloniger | |
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Born | (1896-07-28)July 28, 1896 |
Died | August 15, 1969(1969-08-15) (aged 73) |
Other names | "Old number one" |
Occupation | Chief Pilot |
Employer | American Airlines |
Spouse | Katherine Everett |
Children | 1 |
Military career | |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Army Air Service |
Years of service | 1917-1919 |
Rank | 2nd Lieutenant |
Unit | 110th Aero Squadron |
Battles/wars | World War I |
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