Frank Mann

Frank Calvin Mann (1908–1992) was an American engineer who was known for his participation in many of Howard Hughes's projects, including the Spruce Goose. He also starred in the Amos 'n' Andy radio show. Apparently, his lifelong friendship with Hughes was instrumental in opening doors for Mann's exceptional talents. Early life Frank Mann was born in Houston, Texas on November 22, 1908 to parents who wanted him to be a school teacher. From childhood, Mann had a natural affinity for fixing things, and at age 11, he had his own mechanical shop. As a teenager, he worked alongside airplane mechanics, repairing engines. By the age of 20, he had designed and built several of his own Model-T cars. Mann attended the University of Minnesota and UCLA where he earned a mechanical engineering degree. World War II efforts