The Hawker Aircraft Company was a British manufacturer of aircraft, known for producing military and civilian planes from the 1920s to the 1970s. It was formed in 1934 through the merger of Hawker Engineering and Hawker Siddeley, and became famous for iconic aircraft like the Hawker Hurricane, which played a significant role in World War II. In addition to military aircraft, Hawker also produced commercial planes, including the Hawker 800 series. The company was known for its innovative designs and engineering excellence, contributing significantly to the aviation industry before eventually becoming part of British Aerospace in the 1970s.