Clifford Ball (aviation)

Cliff Ball
Born
Clifford Ball

(1891-11-29)November 29, 1891
DiedJune 2, 1972(1972-06-02) (aged 80)
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Resting placeQueen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery
NationalityAmerican
Other names"Cliff"
OccupationAirline operator
Known forBall Air Lines
SpouseHelen Marie Stinner
Children1
Military career
AllegianceUnited States United States
Service / branch U.S. Army (World War I)
Civil Air Patrol (World War II)]
Years of service1918–1919
1941–1945
Battles / wars

Clifford Ball (November 29, 1891 – June 2, 1972) was an American farmer, soldier, bookkeeper, clerk, automobile dealer, airplane dealer, airline owner, airline operator, airline executive, radio manufacturer, Civil Air Patrol officer and chaplain, and aviation pioneer.