Background
Whitcomb, Richard Travis was born on February 21, 1921 in Evanston, Illinois, United States. Son of Kenneth Frederick and Gladys (Travis) Whitcomb.
Whitcomb, Richard Travis was born on February 21, 1921 in Evanston, Illinois, United States. Son of Kenneth Frederick and Gladys (Travis) Whitcomb.
Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical Engineering, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, 1943. Doctor of Engineering (honorary), Worcester Polytechnic Institute, 1956. Doctor of Science (honorary), Old Dominion University, 1985.
Aero. research scientist, Langley Research Center National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Hampton, Virginia, 1943-1958; head transonic aerodynamics branch, Langley Research Center National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Hampton, Virginia, 1958-1980; distinguished research associate, Langley Research Center National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Hampton, Virginia, since 1980; private practice aero consultant, Hampton, since 1980.
Fellow: American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (honorary Reed award 1969, Daniel Guggenheim medal 2002). Member: National Academy of Engineering.