Kenny Friedkin
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Kenneth Giles Friedkin (September 1, 1915 – March 16, 1962)[1] was an American aviator and businessman. He founded Pacific Southwest Airlines (PSA), generally viewed as the original low-cost airline. PSA was the acknowledged inspiration for Southwest Airlines, which in turn inspired low-cost airlines globally. Friedkin is therefore a key figure in the advent of low-cost air travel. In 2001, Forbes Magazine referred to Friedkin as "an early-model Herb Kelleher."[2] Friedkin's son and grandson went on to even greater business success outside of aviation.
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Kenneth Giles Friedkin | |
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Born | September 1, 1915[1] New York City, US |
Died | March 16, 1962 (aged 47)[1] San Diego, California, US |
Occupation | Businessman |
Known for | Creating Pacific Southwest Airlines |
Spouse | Jean Friedkin |
Children | Thomas H. Friedkin |
Parent(s) | Joel Friedkin, C. Irene Hedden |
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