About
Founder of Pan American World Airways, which was one of the 20th century's most prominent and innovative airlines.
Before Fame
He left Yale University to join the U.S. Navy during World War I.
Trivia
His airline, Pan Am, was the first to cross the Pacific Ocean with the famous Clipper flying boats.
Family Life
He had four children with his wife Elizabeth Stettinius.
Associated With
He was portrayed by Alec Baldwin in the 2004 film The Aviator.
