Sir Frank Whittle was a British inventor and engineer who is best known for developing the turbojet engine. He was born on June 1, 1907, in Coventry, England, and spent much of his childhood tinkering with mechanical devices and engines. Whittle is often referred to as the "father of the jet engine" and is credited with revolutionizing modern air travel. Some synonyms for Sir Frank Whittle include aviation pioneer, jet engine innovator, turbojet inventor, and aeronautical engineer. Whittle's work paved the way for advancements in aviation that have made air travel safer, faster, and more accessible to millions of people worldwide.