Sir Geoffrey de Havilland was a British aviation pioneer and aircraft designer, born on July 27, 1882. He founded the de Havilland Aircraft Company in 1920, which became known for producing innovative and successful aircraft, including the de Havilland Mosquito, a versatile World War II fighter-bomber. Throughout his career, de Havilland contributed significantly to the development of civil and military aviation. His designs emphasized performance and efficiency, helping to shape the future of flight. He was knighted in 1944 for his contributions to aviation and passed away on May 21, 1965.