Description: (French Engineer Known for Designing the World’s First Successful Manned 'Rotary Wing Aircraft')
Paul Cornu was a French engineer who gained recognition for his groundbreaking work in aviation. He is credited with creating the first successful manned helicopter in 1907. Cornu's innovative design, which included twin counter-rotating rotors and a lightweight structure, enabled vertical takeoff and controlled flight. This achievement represented a major advancement in rotary-wing aircraft technology and laid the groundwork for future developments in helicopters. Cornu's contributions to aviation have left a lasting impact on the field of aeronautics.