Ben T. Epps
American businessman
Died when: 49 years 238 days (595 months)Star Sign: Aquarius
Ben T.Epps (February 20, 1888, Oconee County, Georgia - October 16, 1937), known as "Georgia's First Aviator" was an American aviation pioneer.In 1907, he built a monoplane of his own design, now known as the Epps 1909 Monoplane.
This was followed by other original monoplane and biplane designs in 1909, 1910, 1911, 1912, 1916, 1924 and 1930.He died of injuries as a result of an airplane crash.
Athens-Ben Epps Airport is named in his honor.In 1989 he was inducted into the inaugural class of the Georgia Aviation Hall of Fame.
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