Great American Business Leaders of the 20th Century
Cyrus R. Smith
American Airlines
1934–1968
1934–1968
American Airlines
1934–1968
1934–1968
- Industry: Transportation
- Era: 1930
Praised by his employees at American, Smith led the passenger transport revolution in the airline industry. Under Smith’s guidance, American became the first airline to use the popular DC-3 planes in 1936, allowing the carrier to turn its first profit. Throughout his time at American, Smith kept the airline on the cutting edge of the industry with his patronage of new aviation technology, helping American become one of the largest airline carriers in the nation.
Personal
- Born-Died: 1899–1990
- Birthplace: Texas
- Race: White
- Gender: Male
- Father: Deceased / Absent
Education / Military
- Military Service: Air Force