The Frederick L. Feinberg award was posthumously presented to Winford Alan Newton, Chief Test Pilot, Kaman Aircraft Corporation 11for his dedication and skill in rotary wing flight test and development. He was among the earliest licensed helicopter pilots and pioneer commercial operators. He managed seven successful world record assaults and was recognized throughout industry and the military for his contributions to and ability in the art of helicopter test flying. The award was accepted by Nina Newton, his widow.

AHS' (now VFS) 20th Annual National Forum held 13-15, 1964 at Washington, D.C. USA

Feinberg Award to Winford Alan Newton, posthumously

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The Frederick L. Feinberg award was posthumously presented to Winford Alan Newton, Chief Test Pilot, Kaman Aircraft Corporation 11for his dedication and skill in rotary wing flight test and development. He was among the earliest licensed helicopter pilots and pioneer commercial operators. He managed seven successful world record assaults and was recognized throughout industry and the military for his contributions to and ability in the art of helicopter test flying. The award was accepted by Nina Newton, his widow.

AHS' (now VFS) 20th Annual National Forum held 13-15, 1964 at Washington, D.C. USA

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