National Air and Space Museum Archives

Paul H. Wilkinson Papers

Summary

Collection ID:
NASM.XXXX.0051
Creators:
Wilkinson, Paul Howard, 1895-1975
Dates:
1944-1984
Languages:
English
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Physical Description:
42.51 Cubic feet
(39 records center boxes) (1 flatbox)
Repository:

Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents
Wilkinson's papers consist of files of information gathered on various engines for preparation of his books, business and personal correspondence, photographs of engines, records of litigation against 'Jane's All the World's Aircraft', manuscripts of various 'Aircraft Engines of the World' volumes, pamphlets, financial records, address card files of various military operations, industries, schools and libraries, and bookstores, and books (including 'Aircraft Engines' and 'Jane's').

Biographical / Historical

Biographical / Historical
Paul H. Wilkinson, (1895-1975), aviation writer and publisher, is perhaps best known as the writer and publisher of 'Aircraft Engines of the World'. This series served as a standard reference tool to specifications for aircraft engines produced throughout the world beginning in 1941. The 34th edition was in preparation at the time of Wilkinson's death. He also published three other books pertaining to diesel aviation engines prior to beginning this series, as well as numerous articles for aeronautical publications.

Administration

Immediate Source of Acquisition
Eleanor Dies Wilkinson Estate, Gift, 1985, XXXX-0051, unknown

Using the Collection

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Conditions Governing Use
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