A. A. Lombard
A. A. Lombard (c1915-1967)
1967 Obituary [1]
Mr A. A. Lombard (Member), who was Director of Engineering, Rolls-Royce Aero Division, died recently, aged 52.
He began his career with Rover, later joining Rolls-Royce as Chief Designer to work on jet engines. In 1949, he was appointed Chief Designer (Projects), three years later he moved to the Aero Division in the same capacity and was made Chief Engineer of the division in 1954.
Mr Lombard shared with Dr S. G. Hooker the James Clayton Prize for 1966, for his work on jet engines.
A Member of the Institution since 1960 Mr Lombard gained a considerable reputation as an aero engine designer.
It is with deep regret that the Institution records his death.
1967 Obituary [2]