Great American Business Leaders of the 20th Century
Howard R. Hughes, Jr.
Hughes Aircraft Company
1933–1976
1933–1976
Hughes Aircraft Company
1933–1976
1933–1976
- Industry: Automotive & Aerospace
- Era: 1930
Hughes began his business career at the age of nineteen by taking over his father’s business, Hughes Tool Company. Hughes parlayed this small business into a highly successful and well-regarded aircraft manufacturing operation. Through his efforts, Hughes created a billion dollar enterprise, and more importantly, produced several advances in aviation speed performance. His business success was extended to the movie industry where he successfully produced films, including Hell’s Angels, Scarface and The Outlaws.
Personal
- Born-Died: 1905–1976
- Birthplace: Texas
- Race: White
- Gender: Male
- Father: Head, Same Company