Luo Yang (aircraft designer)
Luo Yang (1961 – November 25, 2012) was a Chinese aircraft designer. He was the head of production and designer for the Shenyang J-15 fighter jet.[1][2] He was also the chairman and general manager of Shenyang Aircraft Corporation.
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| Born | Luo Yang 1961 Shenyang, Liaoning Province, People's Republic of China |
| Died | November 25, 2012 (aged 51) Dalian, Liaoning Province, People's Republic of China |
| Resting place | Huilonggang Cemetery for Revolutionaries, Shenyang |
| Nationality | Chinese |
| Citizenship | Chinese |
| Alma mater | Beihang University |
| Occupation | Aircraft designer |
| Years active | 1982–2012 |
| Employer | Shenyang Aircraft Corporation |
Career
In 1982, after graduating from Beihang University with a bachelor's degree, where he studied high-altitude equipment, Luo Yang joined the Shenyang Aircraft Design Institute. After some time there, he was promoted to deputy director of the institute.[3]
Death
On November 25, 2012, Luo suffered a sudden heart attack and subsequently died in hospital.[4] Luo was under pressure to make the J-15 fighter jet land on aircraft carrier Liaoning successfully.[5] A memorial service for him was held in Shenyang, his birthplace.[4]
References
- "The Ministry of Civil Affairs on Thursday honored Luo Yang, the production head of China's new J-15 fighter jet, by giving him the title of "martyr."".
- Wu Yong; An Baijie (November 30, 2012). "Grateful nation bids farewell". China Daily. p. 1.CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link)
- Liu Ce; Zhao Lei (November 26, 2012). "Death of respected aircraft designer leaves military, and nation, in shock". China Daily. Retrieved December 2, 2012.CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link)
- Yang, Lina (November 29, 2012). "Memorial service held for China's fighter jet production head". Xinhua. Retrieved December 2, 2012.
- Dasgupta, Saibal (November 27, 2012). "Jet designer dies after carrier glory". Times of India. Retrieved December 2, 2012.
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