Sima Milutinović

Mechanical/Aviation engineer, professor and the most prolific Yugoslav aircraft constructor. Born in Mostar, he studied in Sarajevo and Belgrade before transferring to Berlin. He graduated from the Polytechnic School in Berlin in general mechanics, specializing in aviation. He spent several years honing his skills in German and French aircraft manufacturing facilities before returning to Yugoslavia to design dozens of aircraft. He was a professor of mechanical engineering and dean of the faculty at the University of Belgrade. He wrote numerous books and research papers and helped shape aviation education and industry in Yugoslavia.