Francis A. Pratt

Biography

Francis A. Pratt combined mechanical ingenuity with business acumen to lay the foundations of Pratt & Whitney, a company that became synonymous with precision machine tools. His insistence on quality and innovation helped transform American manufacturing, enabling industries across the nation to produce reliable machinery and engines.

Pratt also encouraged a culture of mentorship, sharing his knowledge with future engineers and craftsmen so they could build on his work. His influence remained evident in the ongoing growth of precision engineering and in the employees who adopted his standards of excellence.