Fred Reid
Fred Reid
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Fred Reid is commonly known by his first name, Fred.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born on 1887 in USA,
Died on 1968.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Reid was an American aviation pioneer, holding multiple roles within the industry including inventor, businessman, and pilot.
Early Life and Background
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Fred Reid grew up with a passion for flight. As a child, he would watch planes take off from local airfields, fascinated by their movement. His interest in aviation led him to pursue it as a career. Reid worked hard to earn his wings and became one of the first generation of pilots.
Major Accomplishments
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First Airmail Route: In 1918, Fred Reid established the first airmail route between Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, New York City, Cleveland, Chicago, Kansas City, St. Louis, and Los Angeles.
Air Transport Industries (ATI): Reid co-founded ATI in 1924 with Robert J. Woods. The company was instrumental in developing air cargo transportation.
Notable Works or Actions
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Reid's work on airmail routes expanded significantly during World War I, playing a key role in transporting vital supplies and mail across the country. After the war, he continued to develop and innovate within the aviation industry.
Impact and Legacy
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Fred Reid's contributions had far-reaching impacts:
Advancements in Aviation: His dedication to developing air transportation paved the way for rapid advancements in flight technology.
Infrastructure Development: The establishment of airmail routes helped create a network of airports across the United States, which laid the groundwork for modern commercial aviation.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Fred Reid's legacy lives on through his pioneering work in establishing airmail routes and building the foundation of commercial air transportation. His contributions continue to inspire generations of innovators within the aviation industry.
Quotes by Fred Reid
The legacy carriers have a real disconnect with their passengers. Try to start a conversation at a cocktail party about how much you love your old-line carrier and see how long it takes someone to throw a canapŽ at you.
It's my favorite place in the world. If I got the the opportunity, I'd just shut the gate and live here all the time.
It really doesn't cost all that much extra to have nice leather seats and televisions in every seat. But let me tell you it makes a big difference in flight.
This is one of the most important markets in the country, yet it has no hometown airline.
Bill is an innovative, cost-focused technology leader. He's proven that he can leverage technology to effectively balance cost control within demanding, high-profile customer service organizations. His talents will be essential as we build Virgin America with our customers in mind each step the way.
He wanted to see a Virgin-branded airline fly in the U.S., but he realized the only way to do that was to license the trademark and cede control to U.S. investors.
