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Paul MacCready -- aircraft designer, environmentalist, and lifelong lover of flight -- talks about his long career.
About Paul MacCready
Paul MacCready, an aircraft designer and environmentalist, is a pioneer of human-powered flight, alternative energy for transportation, and environmentally responsible design. Full bio and more links »
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