James S. McDonnell Remembered
In 1939, James Smith McDonnell founded McDonnell Aircraft in St. Louis-and proceeded to build a series of the finest jet fighters in the world, with names like "Phantom," "Voodoo," and "Banshee."
Perhaps more than any aerospace leader of his generation, "Mr. Mac" imprinted his company with the force of his character, imbuing his teammates with his own drive for excellence.
