John Roncz

John Gregory Roncz (1948-2023) was an inventor, businessman, computer expert, book author, and aerodynamicist. Roncz designed the sail for the racing yacht Stars and Stripes, which won the 1988 America’s Cup, and worked on Steve Fossett’s Virgin Atlantic GlobalFlyer aircraft.[1] Roncz thoroughly researched airfoils and the aerodynamics thereof, contributing greatly to the modern understanding of airfoil performance.

References
  1. Marsh, Alton K. (13 June 2016). "The Eagle Rises: Ideas from high-tech auto racing help bring back a seminal airplane". Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association.
  • Wing Man (David Noland, Air & Space, December 1990/January 1991, pp. 34–40)


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